The History of Anglican Church Music

3 credits · Divinity School

A survey of music in the English church from the Reformation to the present day. The evolving role of music in the Anglican liturgy will be considered against the backdrop of the history of the English church and the evolution of European musical style. Works by Byrd, Gibbons, Purcell, Handel, Vaughan Williams and others will be closely examined. Modern day composers representing the 21st century will also be part of this survey. [3]