Music In The Western Church: A Lecture On The History Of Psalmody, Illustrated With Examples Of The Music Of The Various Periods

by William Andrew Leonard

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the role of music in Western religious traditions, from ancient Jewish psalmody to the hymns of the Christian church. William A. Leonard, a noted musicologist and church musician, offers detailed analyses of representative musical works from each period, providing readers with a rich understanding of the development of Western music.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1020532394
• ISBN13: 9781020532399
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 9.2"