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Shakespeare and music

By Edward W. Naylor
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This study surveys the presence and practice of music in Shakespearean drama, treating technical terms, period instruments, methods of musical instruction, and the performance of songs, serenades, dances, and stage music. It aligns textual references with surviving musical sources, reproducing examples and notated illustrations drawn from contemporary repertory to clarify how music functioned in theatrical and social contexts. The author examines emotional and dramatic uses of music, practical stage directions, and the limitations of surviving material, and includes descriptive appendices to help readers and musicians interpret the plays’ musical references.

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Edward W. Naylor

Edward W. Naylor was an author and scholar known for his exploration of the intersection between literature and music. His notable work, "Shakespeare and Music," delves into the musical elements present in the plays of William Shakespeare, highlighting how music enhances the emotional and thematic depth of the texts. Naylor's contributions provide valuable insights into the cultural and artistic context of Shakespeare's work, making his writings significant for both literary and music studies.

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