Publisher's Synopsis
Anthems and Anthem Composers: An Essay Upon the Development of the Anthem is a book written by Myles Birket Foster and published in 1901. The book explores the history and development of the anthem as a musical genre, tracing its origins back to the early Christian church and examining its evolution through the centuries. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the various styles and forms of anthems, from the simple hymn-like compositions of the medieval period to the elaborate choral works of the Baroque era and beyond. In addition, the book includes biographical sketches of some of the most important anthem composers throughout history, including Handel, Bach, and Purcell. With its detailed analysis of the anthem as a musical form, this book is a valuable resource for scholars and music lovers alike.From The Time Of The Reformation To The End Of The Nineteenth Century. With A Complete List Of Anthems Belonging To Each Of The Four Centuries.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.
