Ellen Rosand's collection of studies explores the function of music in representing the ideals of the Republic of Venice, opera, and Handel and Vivaldi, offering new insight into seventeenth-century music and the canonical repertoire of the eighteenth century. \n Format: Hardback\n Length: 380 pages\n Publication date: 01 January 2021\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd\n Ellen Rosand's extensive collection of studies encompasses a diverse range of contributions to the history and criticism of music from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. These works exhibit a wide variety of focuses and scopes, each aimed at enhancing our understanding of the multifaceted nature of music. From its role in representing the ideals of the Republic of Venice to its central significance in the emerging genre of opera, from the expressive mechanics of Monteverdi and Cavalli to those of Handel and Vivaldi, Rosand's analyses delve into the intricate workings of music. With a methodological flexibility that responds to the specific qualities of the works, she explores various aspects, such as the mimetic significance of formal motifs and scenic conventions, the intimate relationship between music and text, the dramatic choices of composers, the discovery of new musical personalities (such as Barbara Strozzi), and the historical and cultural contexts that shaped the emergence of opera in Venice. Through her meticulous research and insightful interpretations, Rosand has not only broadened our horizons regarding seventeenth-century music but also provided fresh perspectives on the more canonical repertoire of the eighteenth century. Her contributions have significantly enriched our understanding of this rich musical era.\n \n \n ISBN-13: 9781409420033\n \n
