The term "Liederhandschrift" refers to a specific type of manuscript that contains the texts and sometimes the musical notation of songs, typically from the late Middle Ages to the early Renaissance. The word "Lieder" translates to "songs" in German, while "handschrift" means "manuscript." Liederhandschrift are significant in the study of historical music and literature, as they provide insight into the cultural and artistic expressions of the time.
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