Tintinnalogia : or, The art of ringing : Wherein is laid down plain and easie…
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"Tintinnalogia: or, The Art of Ringing" by an unnamed author is a detailed instructional work on the techniques of bell ringing, likely written in the late 17th century. This publication serves both as a guide to ringing various patterns and as an exploration of the underlying principles of the art, making it essential for both novices and experienced bell ringers. The text likely addresses various forms of "changes," which are fundamental sequences
or patterns in ringing, as well as practical advice on the mechanics of hanging and tuning bells. The opening of the work establishes its purpose with a dedication to the "Noble Society of Colledge-Youths" and a poetic reflection on the beauty of bell music. The author introduces the intricacies of the art, suggesting that ringing changes have developed significantly over a short time. They elaborate on fundamental concepts such as the "Hunt" bell and its role in maintaining order during ringing, outlining the importance of technique and precision through examples of changes with varying numbers of bells. The text hints at a structured learning progression, guiding readers from basic to more complex patterns while emphasizing the collaborative nature of ringing as a musical ensemble. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Duckworth, Richard, -1706 |
|---|---|
| Author | Stedman, Fabian, 1640-1713 |
| Title | Tintinnalogia : or, The art of ringing : Wherein is laid down plain and easie rules for ringing all sorts of plain changes |
| Credits |
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Daniel Emerson Griffith and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | MT: Music: Musical instruction and study, Composition |
| Subject | Change ringing |
| Subject | Bells |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 18567 |
| Release Date | Jun 12, 2006 |
| Last Update | Jun 27, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 552 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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