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Longford, William Wingfield Stuart

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Explore how music shaped worship through the ages and discover the lasting link between sound and belief—from early chant to modern practice, and how religious vision has guided musical form.

This thoughtful survey traces the deep ties between religion and music, showing how worship has both shaped and depended on musical expression. It blends historical milestones with the ideas and debates that have influenced church music, offering a clear map of why music matters in religious life today.

How early notation and chant helped preserve musical tradition
The evolving roles of organ, choir, and congregational singing
How architecture, art, and politics intersect with devotional music
Questions about the purpose, power, and morality of music in worship

Ideal for readers curious about the history of religious music, its current questions, and its ongoing impact on worship and culture.

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Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1334046166
ISBN 13: 9781334046162
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Nombre de pages: 164
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Music and Religion: A Survey (Classic Reprint)

William Wingfield Longford

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ISBN 10 : 1334046166 ISBN 13 : 9781334046162

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the enduring relationship between music and religion, tracing its roots back to the origins of both. The author delves into the historical evolution of religious practices, arguing that while music is not a necessary component of religion, it has played a vital role in its expression and development. The book investigates the emergence of music from primitive forms, including the dance and vocal exclamations, through its integration into ancient societies, examining the musical traditions of the Egyptians, Greeks, and most notably, the Israelites. The author meticulously details the evolution of Hebrew religious music, from its origins in ecstatic rituals to its refinement in the Temple services of the second Temple. The book provides valuable insights into the different types of instruments used in religious practices and explores the influence of Greek musical modes on the development of Jewish music. The book ultimately reveals how music, through its inherent capacity to evoke emotion and express spiritual ideas, has profoundly shaped the course of religious history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781334046162_0

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