The Influence of the Organ in History: Inaugural Lecture of the Department of the Organ in the College of Music of Boston University
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"The Influence of the Organ in History" by Dudley Buck is an inaugural lecture presented for the Department of the Organ at Boston University, likely written in the late 19th century. The text explores the historical significance and development of the organ as a musical instrument, referred to as the "king of instruments," and examines its influence on the evolution of music over the centuries. The book aims to spark appreciation for the organ among students, detailing its unique contributions to music history and its interplay with other musical forms. At the start of the lecture, Buck expresses his challenge in selecting a singular topic due to the vastness of the material pertaining to the organ's history. He intends to provide a broad overview, avoiding technical jargon, to engage those unfamiliar with the instrument. He discusses the organ's origins, its metaphorical kingship in relation to other instruments, and the gradual shift in influence from the organ to the broader spect
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