THE COLLECTS OF THE LUTHERAN CHURCH SERVICE: Arranged for Chanting
Minneapolis: Augsburg, 1916. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good. Item #SHEL1847
1st printing. Quarto gilt-stamped cloth. 107pp. Table of Contents is in the rear. "Preface," "Introduction," " The Forms for Lutheran Chanting," "Collects for the Church Year," " Special Collects," "Older Forms for Chanting." From the Preface: "This little book has been written for the purpose of aiding in the correct performance of the chants of the church service. The traditional and accepted formulas for chanting ... may, of course, be independently adapted..." Four page introduction includes the following topics: Historical, Principles, Text and Tone, Expression, Breathing, Pitch, Pronunciation, Accompaniment, The Voice, Preparation, and Congregational Chanting. To be clear, this very scarce volume contains the music and text for the Sundays of the Church Year accepted at the time, and a few saints days. Very good condition. Likely no dj issued.
Price: $195.00