This second edition of Historical Dictionary of Sacred Music contains a chronology, an introduction, appendixes, and an
extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 800 cross-referenced entries on major types of music, composers, key religious figures, specialized positions, genres of
composition, technical terms, instruments, fundamental documents and sources, significant places, and important musical compositions. This book is an excellent access point for
students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about sacred music.