The Science and Art of Renaissance Music

This collection showcases James Haar's influential articles on Renaissance music, exploring cultural themes, theoretical issues, and notable figures in the field.

In The Science and Art of Renaissance Music, James Haar presents a comprehensive collection of his influential articles that span over three decades of musicological scholarship. As a distinguished scholar of Renaissance music, Haar has shaped the way musicology is understood, particularly in the context of Renaissance culture. This anthology brings together representative pieces that explore a diverse range of themes, including the intricate relationship between music and culture during the Renaissance, theoretical challenges, and the evolution of the Italian madrigal in the sixteenth century.

The collection also delves into notable figures such as Antonfrancesco Doni and Giovanthomaso Cimello, as well as the nineteenth-century perspectives on early music. By examining these subjects from multiple angles, The Science and Art of Renaissance Music provides a rich context for readers to engage with the complexities of the period. Haar's conviction that addressing large problems can begin with a focus on smaller issues is evident throughout his work, emphasizing the importance of both cultural study and the close examination of music itself.

Originally published in 1998, this collection is now available through the Princeton Legacy Library, which utilizes modern print-on-demand technology to revive previously out-of-print works. The goal of this initiative is to enhance access to scholarly heritage, ensuring that the original texts of these significant contributions to musicology remain accessible in durable formats for future generations.