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==General Information== | ==General Information== | ||
The Codex Speciálník is a 15th-century speciálník (i.e., special songbook) originating from a monastery in the region of Praha (Prague). | The Codex Speciálník is a 15th-century speciálník (i.e., special songbook) originating from a monastery in the region of Praha (Prague). Its eclectic mix of [[:Category:Medieval music|Medieval]] and [[:Category:Renaissance music|Renaissance]] ''[[a cappella]]'' sacred music is matched only by its briliant juxtapositions of well-known and obscure pieces and composers. Containing works for two, three, and four voices, the Codex is a treasure trove for musicologist and musician alike. | ||
==List of works available on CPDL== | ==List of works available on CPDL== |
Revision as of 19:06, 7 February 2012
General Information
The Codex Speciálník is a 15th-century speciálník (i.e., special songbook) originating from a monastery in the region of Praha (Prague). Its eclectic mix of Medieval and Renaissance a cappella sacred music is matched only by its briliant juxtapositions of well-known and obscure pieces and composers. Containing works for two, three, and four voices, the Codex is a treasure trove for musicologist and musician alike.
List of works available on CPDL
External links
- A listing of Medieval and Gothic recordings, containing a wealth of historical information on the Codex Speciálník.
View the Wikipedia article on Codex Speciálník.