The ceremonial musicians of late medieval Florence / Timothy J. McGee.
| Author/creator |
McGee, Timothy J. (Timothy James), 1936- |
| Format | Book and Print |
| Publication Info | Bloomington : Indiana University Press, ©2009. |
| Description | xviii, 324 pages : illustrations, maps, music ; 25 cm |
| Subject(s) |
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| Contents | Ceremonial Florence -- The trombadori -- The civic herald -- Revising the ceremonial traditions -- Civic music and the Medici -- The civic musicians and their repertories. |
| Abstract | This book follows the development of Florentine musical ensembles, describing their duties and repertories, placing them in their political and social context, and tracing their changes through the years of the Florentine Republic. From the 13th through the 16th centuries, the city of Florence was the most powerful in Europe. It was a center of finance and trade, as well as art and music. The Republic employed musicians to perform for the enormous number of ceremonial events each year. These musicians were the most visible (and audible) symbols of Florence, playing a major role in displaying the majestic image of the city. Their story, repertory, high-profile involvement in the daily life of the city, and close involvement with the Medici add a new dimension to the history of late-medieval Florence. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 291-309) and index. |
| LCCN | 2008031501 |
| ISBN | 9780253353047 (cloth : alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 0253353041 (cloth : alk. paper) |
Available Items
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions | |
| Music | Music Stacks | ML3917.I8 M35 2009 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |