Bibliotheca Madrigaliana

Bibliotheca Madrigaliana is a comprehensive bibliographical account of the musical and poetical works published in England during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Written by Edward Francis Rimbault and first published in 1847, this book is an essential resource for scholars, researchers, and music enthusiasts interested in the history of English music and poetry during this period.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the madrigal and the second part on other forms of vocal music. Each section begins with a general introduction to the genre, followed by a detailed list of the works published in England during the relevant period. The entries include information on the composer, the publisher, the date of publication, and any other relevant details.In addition to the bibliographical information, Rimbault also provides historical and critical commentary on many of the works, including biographical information on the composers and analysis of the music and poetry. The book also includes indexes of composers, publishers, and titles, making it easy to navigate and locate specific works.Overall, Bibliotheca Madrigaliana is a valuable and informative resource for anyone interested in the history of English music and poetry during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Its detailed bibliographical information and insightful commentary make it an essential addition to any music or literary collection.A Bibliographical Account Of The Musical And Poetical Works Published In England During The Sixteenth And Seventeenth Centuries Under The Titles Of Madrigals, Ballets, Apres, Camonets.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.