Mirrors of heaven or worldly theaters? : Venetian nunneries and their music / Jonathan E. Glixon.

Mirrors of Heaven or Worldly Theaters? Venetian Nunneries and Their Music is the first in-depth study of the dynamic role of musical rituals at Venetian convents in the Early Modern era, examining the nuns as patrons and performers, of both simple plainchant and complex sacred polyphony. The book al...

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Main Author: Glixon, Jonathan E. (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, NY : Oxford University Press, [2017]
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Summary:Mirrors of Heaven or Worldly Theaters? Venetian Nunneries and Their Music is the first in-depth study of the dynamic role of musical rituals at Venetian convents in the Early Modern era, examining the nuns as patrons and performers, of both simple plainchant and complex sacred polyphony. The book also considers organs, bells, and musical and theatrical entertainment by and for the nuns.
Physical Description:1 online resource
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (pages 425-438) and index.
ISBN:9780190259136
0190259132