Aspects of a mediaeval cultural context ‘milieu’ and manuscript transmission at Nevers Cathedral
Nancy van Deusen
Abstract Key differences between monastic and cathedral institutions during the important transitional period of late eleventh to early twelfth centuries account for selective, eclectic assimilation pieces, feasts, performance mannerisms musical structural emphasis in manuscripts from a community central France. Affinity institutional type connects Nevers with cities which circle Paris, Norman-influenced Sicily, eastern Europe. Personalities significant aspects change at turn century will be discussed.
Musicology Australia