Music in Ancient Arabia and Spain: Being La Musica de Las Cantigas (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436683265)

Music in Ancient Arabia and Spain: Being La Musica De Las Cantigas is a book written by Julian Ribera that explores the musical traditions of ancient Arabia and Spain. The book is based on a collection of songs called La Musica De Las Cantigas, which were compiled in the 13th century by King Alfonso X of Castile. The songs are a mix of Christian, Jewish, and Islamic music, and they offer a unique insight into the musical culture of medieval Spain.Ribera's book provides a detailed analysis of the songs, including their origins, themes, and musical structures. He also discusses the instruments used in the songs, such as the lute, the harp, and the rebec. In addition, the book explores the cultural and historical context of the songs, including the influence of the Moors on Spanish music.Overall, Music in Ancient Arabia and Spain: Being La Musica De Las Cantigas is a fascinating exploration of the musical traditions of medieval Spain. It offers a unique insight into the cultural and historical context of the songs, and it provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of music.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Julian Ribera
ISBN-10: 1436683262
ISBN-13: 9781436683265
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 312
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.38lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d