For Citizens and Peasants: The City Musicians in Denmark 1660-1800

The book "For Citizens and Peasants" provides a detailed account of the city musicians in Denmark from 1660 to 1800. It presents a fascinating insight into the changing musical life of this period and its social and cultural significance. The book is based on extensive historical sources and contains detailed descriptions of the city musicians' lives and work, their roles in society, and the development of music and musical performances in Denmark. By combining historical facts with engaging storytelling, "For Citizens and Peasants" reveals the history of the city musicians as a central element in Danish cultural history. The book was written by Jens Henrik Koudal, a leading expert in Danish music history, and published by Museum Tusculanums Forlag.