The Melodic Tradition of Boethius' De Consolatione Philosophiae In The Middle Ages.

The Consolation of Philosophy by Boethius was one of the most important books of the Middle Ages. The poetic passages were sung during the Middle Ages, and this is the first attempt to collect and assess the music which would have been associated with the book. The first volume of this book contains Barrett's text, while the second volume contains transcriptions and commentary. With a preface, bibliography, indices, and appendices. Black & white plates.

2 volume set xvii, 279, xi, 249 p.; 25 cm.
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Language: English
Edition Number: BA 5727
ISMN: M006496105
ISMN13: 9790006496105
Distributor Number: BA5727