Musicological Purpose?
Is musicological literature valued based on some logical
framework of excellence and insight, or is it really a contest of who
can write most inspirationally and eloquently? I’m reminded of a
certain presidential candidate whom I support enthusiastically.
Then again, maybe while writing about art, it’s ones duty to try to
enhance the inspiration encouraged by the original composers by
expanding it in different venues, such as writing.
The next step is to argue about the legitimacy of commentary as an
artistic/literary contribution and elaboration. Time to get a time
machine and ask the medieval glossers.
