Skip to product information
1 of 1

A Year in the Life of Medieval England

A Year in the Life of Medieval England

Regular price £13.98
Regular price Sale price £13.98
Sale Sold out
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of medieval England with this captivating exploration by Toni Mount. This meticulously researched book takes readers on a journey through a year in the life of a society marked by both grandeur and hardship. Discover the daily lives of not only the royals and nobles but also the ordinary people who shaped the fabric of medieval society. With 336 pages of engaging narrative, the book offers a vivid portrayal of historical events, cultural practices, and the social dynamics of the time. Published by Amberley Publishing, this work provides a rich tapestry of insights into a pivotal era, making it an essential read for history enthusiasts and curious minds alike.
View full details
Description
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of medieval England with this captivating exploration by Toni Mount. This meticulously researched book takes readers on a journey through a year in the life of a society marked by both grandeur and hardship. Discover the daily lives of not only the royals and nobles but also the ordinary people who shaped the fabric of medieval society. With 336 pages of engaging narrative, the book offers a vivid portrayal of historical events, cultural practices, and the social dynamics of the time. Published by Amberley Publishing, this work provides a rich tapestry of insights into a pivotal era, making it an essential read for history enthusiasts and curious minds alike.
Track Listing

Italy, Greece

I. The Cradle Of Music

● Music Of Ancient Greece

"Orestes Stasimo"

Lament Of Tecmessa

● Byzantine Chant

14th Antiphon For The Office Of Good Friday

Ancient Chant Repertories Of The Italian Peninsula

● Ambrosian Chant

Igressa: "Lux Fulgebit Hodie Super Nos"

● Old Roman Chant

Alléluia: V Epi Si Kyrie

● Beneventan Chant

Mass For Easter Day: Offertory

Chant Of The Mediterranean Islands

● Corsian Chant

Asperges Me

● Greek Orthodox Chant

Sanctus

Communion Hymn For Pentecost

II. Renaissance In Italy

Ballatas And Madrigals Of The 'Pre-Renaissance' (Ars Nova)

Angelica Biltà, For Three Voices

Fra Duri Scogli

The Renaissance Madrigal

Dulces Exuviae, To Texts From Vergil's Aeneid (Book 4)

Io Son Si Stanco Sotto, Madrgal For 5 Voices

Sacred Music

Missa Viri Gallaei. Benedictus

Missa A 24. Sanctus

III. Italy, Cradle Of Modern Music

Venice In The Early Baroque Era

Sacrae Symphoniae : Canzon Primi Toni A 10

Vespro Della Beata Vergine : Magnificat

Mantua, Venice: The Birth Of Opera

Orfeo, "Favola In Musica" (1607) - Atto Secondo: "Ahi Caso Acerbo!"

L'Incoronazione Di Poppea, Opéra (Venezia1641) - Atto II, Scena 3. Seneca I Suoi Famigliari "Amici, È Giunta L'Ora"

Rome: The Birth Of Instrumental Music

Sonata For Violin And Basso Continuo

Concerto Da Camera Op. 6 No 11. Giga

Venice: Final Flowering Of The Baroque

Concerto Op. 11 No. 2 "Il Favorito", Andante

Orfeo. Aria Pour Farinelli: "Dall'Amor Più Sventurato"

France, Benelux, Switzerland

Prologue: Troubadours And Trouveres

A L'Entrada Del Temps Clar

Volez Vous Que Je Vous Chante

I. The Birth Of Polyphony

Notre Dame School (13th Century)

Viderunt Omnes

Ars Antiqua (13th Century)

From The Montpellier Manuscript

Ars Nova (14th Century)

Messe De Tournai (c. 1330-40): Agnus Dei

Honte, Paour, Doubtance

Ars Subtilior (15th Century)

Balsamus Et Munda Cera, Motet

II. The Masters Of Franco-Flemish Polyphony

Sacred Music

Missa Pange Lingua: Agnus Dei I & II

Mass For 12 Voices "Et Ecce Terrae Motus": Agnus Dei

Requiem "In Memoriam Josquin Desprez": Lux Aeterna

Polyphonic Chansons

Auprès De Vous

Le Chant Des Oyseaulx

Il Est Bel Et Bon

III. French Music In Search Of An Identity

From The Grand Siècle to Romanticism: Three Outstandig Choruses

Motet Pour L'Offertoire De La Messe Rouge: Pluet Super Peccatores

Harpsichord Suite: Le Rappel Des Oiseaux

Castor & Pollux: Chœur Des Spartiades "Que Tout Gémisse!"

The Shepherds' Farewell To The Holy Family

Modern Music: The Impressionist Mevement (Early 20th Century)

Requiem: In Paradisum

Berceuse Pour Violon Et Piano In D Major Op. 16

Préludes: Des Pas Sur La Neige

Le Tombeau De Couperin: Prélude

Épilogue: Today And Tomorrow

Quator Pour La Fin Du Temps For Violin, Clarinet, Cello And Piano: Liturgie De Cristal

Three Strophes On The Name SACHER, III. Vivace - Calmo - A Tempo

Spain, Portugal

Prologue: Where Traditions Meet

Sephardic Song

Cantigas De Santa María, Prologue: Porque Trobar

I. The Music Of The Golden Century

Songs And Instrumental Pieces

Contrapunto Sobre El Tenor Del Conde Clarus For Two Lutes

Gentil Señora Mia, Canción

Agora Que Sé De Amor, Canción

Fantasia Del Quarto Tono

El Arte De Fantasía (Libro De Cifra Para Teda, Arpa & Vihuela 1557)

Sacred Music

Magi Viderung Stellam, Motet

Senex Puerum Portabat, Motet

Missa Miserere Mihi Domine, Sanctus - Benedictus

II. Baroque Interlude

From Vihuela To Guitar ...

Canarios, Pour Deux Guitares Et Théorbe

Folías, Folies D'Espagne Pour Deux Guitares, Théorbe Et Viole De Gambe

... From Baroque To Classicism

Essercii Musicali: Sonate No 1 K. 1 In D Minor

Fandango (Quintette Avec Guitare No 4 In G Major

III. Modern Spain

Rumores De La Caleta

Pepita Jiménez (Opera). Second Tableau

El Amor Brujo, Version 1915

Noches En Los Jardines De España. II. Danza Lejana

United Kingdom, Eire

I. Elizabethan Music

Emperor Of The Moon

(The Dancing Master) The Queen's Jig

(Music Delight On The Cithren) Greene-Sleeves

Lachrimae, Lute Solo

Lachrimae Antiquae, Viol Consort

I Saw My Lady Weep

Go From My Window

Wolsey's Wilde

My Lord Willoughbies Welcome Home

II. Baroque England

Fantasia-Suite No 7 D Minor

O Lord God Of Hosts, Full Anthem Z.37

O Solitude

King Arthur; Opéra: "Fairest Isle"

Water Music, Suite D Major

Messiah, Cœur Hallelujah!

III. From The Victorian Era To The 21th Century

Sospiri, Op. 70

Serenade For Strings (I. Allegro Piacevole / 1st Mvt)

Two Unaccompanied Part Songs To Be Sung Of A Summer Night On The Water

Temporal Variations Pour Hautbois Et Piano (Extr.)

A New Year Carol

The Lamb

Germany, Austria

Prologue: The Bach Family's Germany

St Matthew Passion, Final Chorus: "Wir Setzen Uns In Tränen Nieder"

Symphony For Strings And Continuo In B Flat Major - I. Allegro Di Molto

I. The Classical Style, Or The First Viennese School

Symphonie No 8 "Le Soir"; IV. "La Tempesta". Presto

String Quartet Op. 64 No 5 "The Lark", IV. Finale. Vivace

Le Nozze De Figaro

Gigue G Major K. 574, Allegro Assai

Missa Solemnis D Major Op. 123, Sanctus

Piano Sonata No. 14 In C Sharp Minor, 'Moonlight', Adagio Sostenuto

II. The Heart Of Romanticism

Lieder

Piano Sonata No 19 D. 958 C Minor, III. Menuetto

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Woman's Life And Love

A German Requiem Op. 45, Chorus "Wie Lieblich Sind Deine Wohnungen"

III. From Post-Romanticism To Expressionism

Symphonie No 7. Scherzo (Excerpt)

The Song Of Earth, Transcription For Chamber Orchestra, Von Der Jugend

Jacob's Ladder, Hohe Frauenstimmen Und Die Seele

Eastern & Northern Europe

I. Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic: The Worthy Heirs

Préludes

Mazurka Op. 41 No 3

Polonaise A Major

Piano Sonata In B Minor [III]. Allegro Energico

Songs

'American Quartet' Op. 96 B. 179 F Major, Molto Vivace

II. Return To The Sources

In The Mists, IV. Presto

Romanian Folkdances: Staff Dance / Sash Dance / Stamping Dance / Dance From Bucium / Polka Roumaine / Quick Dance

Improvisations On Hungarian Peasant Songs (Excerpts)

Sonatina For Cello And Piano

Ten Pieces For Wind Quintet (1968)

III. Musical Echoes Of The Baltic

String Quartet "Voces Intimae" Op. 56. II. Vivace

Amor Og Digteren = Love And The Poet, Overture Op. 54

Latviešu Burdona Dziemas = Latvian Songs With Drone

... Which Was The Son Of ... For Mixed A Cappella Chorus

Details
  • Product Type: BOOK
  • Barcode: 9781445694443
Delivery and Returns
Dispatch Information: Dispatch times vary by item and items are only dispatched on UK working days – not weekends or UK Bank Holidays. Items marked "Dispatched Same Day" will be dispatched on the day of purchase if bought before 2pm GMT. "Dispatched Same Day" items bought after 2pm GMT or on a non-working day will be dispatched on the next working day. We aim to dispatch all other items within 3-5 working days.

Delivery Information: We aim to deliver your order as quickly and efficiently as possible. All UK orders are dispatched using Royal Mail 48 Tracked service and the standard delivery times are 2-3 business days. Please note that delivery times for overseas orders will vary depending on your location and the shipping option you choose during checkout.

Shipping Costs: We offer free delivery on all UK orders and free worldwide delivery on orders over £15.

Tracking Your Order: All UK orders are tracked. Once your order is dispatched, you will receive a tracking number via email. You can use this tracking number to monitor the progress of your delivery on the Royal Mail Track and Trace website.

Returns and Exchanges: We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If for any reason you are not happy with your order, you may return it within 28 days of the item being dispatched for a refund or exchange. Please note the following guidelines:
- Items must be returned in their original condition and packaging – items that have been opened or had shrink wrap removed are not eligible for return or refund.
- Make sure to include your order number in the returned package.

How to Initiate a Return: To initiate a return or exchange, please contact our customer service team. The team is available to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have about the process.

Refund Processing: Refunds will be processed as soon as we receive your item back into our warehouse. Replacements are subject to availability and if a replacement is not available, a refund will be issued.

If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our customer service team or check out our FAQ’s. We're here to help ensure your shopping experience is enjoyable and hassle-free. Thank you for choosing Chalkys!