John Milsom, English Polyphonic Style in Transition: a study of the sacred music of Thomas Tallis (DPhil, University of Oxford, 1983)
Abstract
This study is concerned with the style (as opposed to the function) of English vocal polyphony during the period c.1525 – c.1575. It focusses on the sacred works of Thomas Tallis (ca.1505 – 1585); but the aim is as much to come nearer to a full understanding of mid-Tudor stylistic evolution as it is to define the place of Tallis’ music within the broad context. Tallis is therefore viewed both as an individual and as a representative of his time,and his music is assessed analytically rather than critically.
Table of Contents
Volume 1
Abstract
Acknowledgements
Preface
1. Tallis and his Context
2. The Chronology and Transmission of Tallis’ Vocal Music
3. Foreign Music and Musicians in Mid-Tudor England
4. The Evolution of Vocal Chamber Style: studies in the Henrician partsong
5. Tallis and the ‘Art of Imitation’, ca.1525-ca.1560
6. Substance and Structure in Tallis’ Late Works, ca.1560-1575
Volume 2
Appendixes to Chapters 2-6
List of Primary Sources (alphabetical by library siglum)
Bibliography (alphabetical by short-reference symbol
Volume 1
Abstract
Acknowledgements
Preface
1. Tallis and his Context
2. The Chronology and Transmission of Tallis’ Vocal Music
3. Foreign Music and Musicians in Mid-Tudor England
4. The Evolution of Vocal Chamber Style: studies in the Henrician partsong
5. Tallis and the ‘Art of Imitation’, ca.1525-ca.1560
6. Substance and Structure in Tallis’ Late Works, ca.1560-1575
Volume 2
Appendixes to Chapters 2-6
List of Primary Sources (alphabetical by library siglum)
Bibliography (alphabetical by short-reference symbol