"Signs of Song: Guido d'Arezzo in the Spring of Western Music" - Story of a Modern Music Innovator

QUARTO D'ALTINO, Italy - April 7, 2020 - PRLog -- Guido d'Arezzo is known as the father of modern musical notation. Born about 1,000 years ago, most probably in Tuscany, his musical innovations replaced the ancient form of writing music, which did not use exact notes to be sung or played. His music indicated pitch with absolute precision.

In writing about Guido, author Janet Sethre reveals her love for Italy and her fascination with Gregorian chant and Catholic traditions.

While still a boy, Guido entered the Benedictine monastery at Pomposa on the Adriatic coast. He developed a linear system of musical notation that came at a time of cultural crisis fundamental to the growth of Western music.

The book "Signs of Song: Guido d'Arezzo in the Spring of Western Music" envisions Guido's life at this important time in musical history, as well as his connection to plainchant, and his experiences in medieval monasticism.

About the Author: A native of Seattle, Janet Sethre has lived in Venice for 50 years. She is a retired teacher of English, Italian, French, and Spanish. Her previous works include "Venice: Souls' Mother and Child" and "Elena's Voice: A Jewish Woman in Renaissance Venice." Her translations include "Gaetano Paxia's Sancalò: Remembering Sicily."

"The author's fascination with Italy is evident throughout her book, and for those who love music, this is a labor of love. We are thrilled to announce the book's release," said Robert Fletcher, CEO of Strategic Book Publishing and Rights Agency.

SIGNS OF SONG: GUIDO D'AREZZO IN THE SPRING OF WESTERN MUSIC (ISBN: 978-1-952269-14-1) is now available for $15.50 and can be ordered through the publisher's website:

www.sbprabooks.com/JanetSethre or at your favorite book seller.

WHOLESALERS: This book is distributed by Ingram Books and other wholesale distributors. Contact your representative with the ISBN for purchase. Wholesale purchase for retailers, universities, libraries, and other organizations is also available through the publisher; please email bookorder@sbpra.net.