How Long to Read The Cantatas of J. S. Bach

How Long Does it Take to Read The Cantatas of J. S. Bach?

It takes the average reader 16 hours and 44 minutes to read The Cantatas of J. S. Bach by Alfred Dürr

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

This is the only English translation of this important book by the world's most distinguished Bach scholar. This work is widely regarded as the most authoritative and comprehensive treatment of the Bach cantatas. It begins with a historical survey of the seventeenth-century background to thecantatas, and performance practice issues. The core of the book is a work-by-work study in which each cantata in turn is represented by its libretto, a synopsis of its movements, and a detailed analytical commentary. This format makes it extremely useful as a reference work for anyone listening to,performing in, or studying any of the Bach cantatas.All the cantata librettos are given in German-English parallel text. For the English edition the text has been carefully revised to bring it up to date, taking account of recent Bach scholarship.

How long is The Cantatas of J. S. Bach?

The Cantatas of J. S. Bach by Alfred Dürr is 985 pages long, and a total of 251,175 words.

This makes it 332% the length of the average book. It also has 307% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Cantatas of J. S. Bach Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 22 hours and 52 minutes to read The Cantatas of J. S. Bach aloud.

What Reading Level is The Cantatas of J. S. Bach?

The Cantatas of J. S. Bach is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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