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This is a superbly entertaining overview of the Church of England over the last fifty years. The image of Sung Evensong may seem timeless, but the patterns of Anglican worship have changed continuously. Beginning with the great Victorian modernisers who stamped their taste on music as much as church buildings, we are taken on a memorable and entertaining musical tour that takes in: the impact of the Wesleys, the publication of Hymns Ancient & Modern, the great organ builders, Willis and Walker, Vaughan Williams and the English Hymnal, the Royal School of Church Music, The hymn writing explosion and the electronic age. All this and more presented here in Trevor's inimitable and sharply observant style.
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Trevor Beeson is one of the wittiest commentators on the Church today. He was Canon of Westminster Abbey before becoming Dean of Winchester. He lives in Romsey, Hampshire.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Like all of Trevor Beeson's books, this is well-written, erudite, and has some wonderful humorous insights into the world of church music. He is at his best when writing about music specifically composed for use in Anglican worship. When he ventures into considering composers whose major work is in other genres and whose church music forms a relatively small part of their output, his hold on the subject seems a little less secure. This said, this is a very good read, and recommended to anyone who has an interest in the music of the good old Church of England.
Format:Hardcover
Here is a book that I will continue to consult for a long time. The author covers a far ranging account of the contribution of composers of sacred music up to the present day.
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In Tuneful Accord: the Church Musicians
This is a book you have to read. It is full of formation written and presented in a plain and straightforward manner. You feel compelled to continue even when tired as there is so much information pouring forth.
One read through is not enough, even reading some paragraphs over several times is necessary. You are drawn to a further read of the whole in order to acquire all that is being said.
It is a book that you must read to understand music in the Church today
This is a book you have to read. It is full of formation written and presented in a plain and straightforward manner. You feel compelled to continue even when tired as there is so much information pouring forth.
One read through is not enough, even reading some paragraphs over several times is necessary. You are drawn to a further read of the whole in order to acquire all that is being said.
It is a book that you must read to understand music in the Church today
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