The French Cantata: A Survey and Thematic Catalog

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The musical compositions known collectively as the French cantata have remained relatively unknown since their popularity waned in the middle of the 18th century. In order to establish a foundation for their systematic study and to bring them to the attention of a wider audience, this survey and catalog have been prepared. The cultural mileu in which the cantatas were written, their formal structure, and principles related to their performance have been presented along with pertinent biographical and bibliographical information.

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xv, 893 leaves : ill., music

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Vollen, Gene E. 1970.

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The musical compositions known collectively as the French cantata have remained relatively unknown since their popularity waned in the middle of the 18th century. In order to establish a foundation for their systematic study and to bring them to the attention of a wider audience, this survey and catalog have been prepared. The cultural mileu in which the cantatas were written, their formal structure, and principles related to their performance have been presented along with pertinent biographical and bibliographical information.

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xv, 893 leaves : ill., music

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Vollen, Gene E. The French Cantata: A Survey and Thematic Catalog, thesis, 1970; Denton, Texas. (https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc798327/: accessed May 26, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, UNT Digital Library, https://digital.library.unt.edu; .

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