The Handbook of Shakespeare Music: Being an Account of Three Hundred and Fifty Pieces of Music (1878)

The Handbook of Shakespeare Music by Alfred Thomas Roffe is a comprehensive guide to over 350 pieces of music inspired by the works of William Shakespeare. Originally published in 1878, this book provides a fascinating insight into the musical interpretations of Shakespeare's plays and poems. The author has meticulously researched and catalogued a wide range of musical compositions, including operas, songs, and instrumental pieces, each of which is accompanied by a detailed description and analysis. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Shakespearean music, such as songs and ballads, incidental music, and operas. In addition to the musical analysis, the book also includes historical and cultural context, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the musical and literary influences that shaped these compositions. The Handbook of Shakespeare Music is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of music and literature, and a must-read for Shakespeare enthusiasts and music historians alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.