Melodia Sacra: A Complete Collection of Church Music: To Which Is Added a Full and Complete Elementary Singing School Course, an Easy Arrangement of N

By Benjamin Franklin Baker

Melodia Sacra is a comprehensive collection of church music, designed for both practical use and musical education. This volume includes a complete elementary singing school course, making it an invaluable resource for students and instructors alike. Featured prominently is an accessible arrangement of Sigismund Neukomm's renowned oratorio, "David," offering a profound musical experience for performers and listeners.

Adding to its richness, the collection showcases a selection of interludes by George F. Bristow, celebrated for their elegance and musical depth. Benjamin Franklin Baker, alongside Neukomm and Josiah Osgood, have curated a diverse range of hymns, anthems, and sacred songs suitable for various church services and musical settings. "Melodia Sacra" stands as a testament to the enduring power and beauty of sacred music, providing a vital resource for choirs, congregations, and music enthusiasts.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1271811723
• ISBN13: 9781271811724
• Release Date: November 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 1.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.4" x 9.7"