Chanting the Hebrew Bible: The Art of Cantillation

by Joshua R. Jacobson, Joshua R. Jacobson (Author)

Description

In this encyclopedic text, completely revised and updated in this second edition, Joshua R. Jacobson presents the history of the ancient Jewish tradition of chanting the Bible and a comprehensive explanation of cantillation practice with its grammatical rules and regional variations. His unique system of analysis shows step-by-step how chanting dramatizes and interprets the meaning of the biblical text. Jacobson also provides complete notation for performing all six musical systems, an show more extensive guide to pronouncing biblical Hebrew, and pedagogical tips for cantillation teachers. Chanting the Hebrew Bible will be invaluable to anyone interested in chanting, from beginners to advanced readers-from haftarah readers who want to chant from the Torah, to Bible students seeking greater insight into Masoretic texts, to Torah chanters who wish to fine tune their skills, fill gaps in their knowledge, and understand the system they have known only intuitively until now. This second edition features a week-by-week guide to Torah, haftarah, and megillot readings for Shabbat and holidays; useful new examples and exercises; a new comprehensive general subject index; a new, easy-to-read, clear Hebrew font; and a link to a new website with audio recordings and video lessons. Chanting the Hebrew Bible will continue to be the definitive work on Torah chanting-the most authoritative guide and reference on the subject. -- show less

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The complete and comprehensive reference on this arcane subject. But every Bible scholar and Hebraist must read this.

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NO OF PAGES: 965 SUB CAT I: Music SUB CAT II: Tanach SUB CAT III: Bible DESCRIPTION: The most comprehensive guide available on the ancient tradition of cantillation. Cantillation, the public reading of a passage of Scripture, is an essential element of the Jewish worship service. This book provides a fine history of the tradition and, more importantly, offers a full explanation of the practice, and shows how chanting dramatizes and interprets the meaning within the biblical text.NOTES: Donated by Chris & Kerri Garcia. SUBTITLE: The Complete Guide to the Art of Cantillation

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