Convent Music and Politics in Eighteenth-Century Vienna

Discover the intricate world of music and piety in Janet K. Page's enlightening book, Convent Music and Politics in Eighteenth-Century Vienna. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2017, this 320-page paperback offers a unique perspective on the dynamic relationship between the Habsburg court and Vienna's convents. Page's groundbreaking research unveils a golden age of convent music, highlighting how these religious institutions actively engaged with the political landscape of their time. As the first comprehensive study of its kind, this book is essential for anyone interested in the intersections of music, religion, and history in Austria. Delve into the rich tapestry of 18th-century Vienna and explore how convents influenced and were influenced by the cultural and political currents of the era.