Description
Mediterranean Culture and Troubadour Music
Studies in Central and Eastern European Music 1
Author: Zoltán Falvy
Series: Studies in Central and Eastern European Music (Volume 1)
Publisher: Akadémiai Kiadó
Edition: 1986
Format: Hardcover
Pages: [Not specified]
ISBN: 9789630540629 / 978-9630540629
ISBN-10: 9630540622
Language: English
Translated by: Mária Steiner
Overview
Mediterranean Culture and Troubadour Music by Zoltán Falvy is a scholarly exploration of the cultural and musical connections between the Mediterranean world and the tradition of troubadour music. As part of the Studies in Central and Eastern European Music series, this book examines the historical, musical, and poetic influences that shaped medieval troubadour traditions, highlighting their significance within the broader European cultural landscape.
Falvy delves into the musical forms, lyrical themes, and stylistic elements that define troubadour compositions, drawing connections between Mediterranean cultural influences and the development of European secular music. This work also considers the broader historical and social contexts that influenced the artistic and musical exchanges between Southern and Central Europe.
The book is translated into English by Mária Steiner, making it accessible to an international audience interested in musicology, medieval studies, and cultural history.
Key Features
- In-depth study of medieval troubadour music within the Mediterranean cultural context
- Exploration of musical and poetic traditions that influenced European secular music
- Scholarly analysis with references to historical sources and musical compositions
- Part of the "Studies in Central and Eastern European Music" series
- Hardcover edition published by Akadémiai Kiadó
Who Should Read This Book?
- Musicologists and scholars studying medieval and early European music
- Historians and cultural researchers interested in Mediterranean and Central European influences
- Students of medieval literature focusing on troubadour poetry and music
- Readers fascinated by the evolution of European secular music traditions
About the Publisher
Akadémiai Kiadó is one of Hungary’s leading academic publishers, specializing in historical, cultural, and musicological research. The Studies in Central and Eastern European Music series provides valuable insights into the region’s musical heritage and its interactions with broader European traditions.
