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Author Stedman, Fabian, 1640-1713
Title Campanalogia : or The art of ringing improved : with plain and easie rules to guide the practitioner in the ringing all kinds of changes, to which is added, great variety of new peals.
Original Publication London: W. Godbid, 1677.
Credits Richard Tonsing, Jonathan Ingram, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Summary "Campanalogia: or The Art of Ringing Improved" is a treatise on the art of ringing bells, likely written in the late 17th century. This work serves as both a guide and instructional manual for practitioners of change ringing, offering practical rules and methods for mastering this intricate art. It delves into the mathematical foundations of changes in bell ringing, providing readers with insights into variations and techniques necessary for executing complex ringing patterns known as peals. The opening of the text introduces the reader to the context of bell ringing and the need for a structured approach to the art of changes. It highlights the accomplishments of a society of bell ringers, known as the Coll'd Youths, and acknowledges the evolution of ringing techniques. The author then presents a mathematical framework for understanding how changes can be made with varying numbers of bells. With the intention to demystify the art, the section lays the groundwork for more detailed practical guidance on ringing changes, emphasizing the importance of mastering fundamental concepts before progressing to more elaborate techniques—a theme that will likely recur throughout the work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class MT: Music: Musical instruction and study, Composition
Subject Change ringing
Subject Bells
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EBook-No. 73423
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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