Music In Ancient Arabia And Spain

Music in Ancient Arabia and Spain: Being La Musica De Las Cantigas is a book written by Julian Ribera that explores the history and evolution of music in ancient Arabia and Spain. The book is based on the collection of songs known as La Musica De Las Cantigas, which was compiled during the reign of King Alfonso X of Castile in the 13th century. The book delves into the cultural and historical context of the music, tracing its roots back to the ancient Arabian and Spanish civilizations. It explores the various musical instruments used during that time, such as the oud, rebec, and lute, and how they were played. The book also discusses the various musical genres that existed during that time, including secular and religious music, and how they reflected the cultural and social values of the people. It provides a detailed analysis of the lyrics and melodies of the songs, highlighting their poetic and musical qualities.Overall, Music in Ancient Arabia and Spain: Being La Musica De Las Cantigas is a comprehensive and insightful book that offers a unique perspective on the history of music in ancient Arabia and Spain. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the cultural and musical heritage of these regions.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.