DCD 090 - Mr. Arbeau's School of Dancing

DCD 090 - Mr. Arbeau's School of Dancing

The DCD Classical 'Cast

21/04/2010 10:47PM

Episode Synopsis "DCD 090 - Mr. Arbeau's School of Dancing"

The "Orchesographie" of 1589 was an important work for Thoinot Arbeau. His goal was to provide the complete manual for the understanding and proper execution of French courtly dance. It included diagrams, detailed descriptions, and music. Mr. Arbeau's work has become one of the primary sources for our understanding of 16th century dance and popular music. This podcast we play selections from

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