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Popular Music of the Olden Time a Collection of Ancient Songs, Ballads and Dance Tunes Illustrative of the National Music of England Part Two

Popular Music of the Olden Time a Collection of Ancient Songs, Ballads and Dance Tunes Illustrative of the National Music of England Part Two

Chappell, William

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ISBN10: 1419173367
ISBN13: 9781419173363
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Dec 1 2004
Pages: 440
Weight: 1.41
Height: 0.98 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Popular Music of the Olden Time is a comprehensive collection of ancient songs, ballads, and dance tunes that provide insight into the national music of England. The book is the second volume in a series compiled by William Chappell, a renowned music historian and collector. This volume features a wide range of musical styles, including traditional folk songs, ballads, and instrumental pieces. The book also includes detailed historical and cultural context for each piece, as well as musical notation for those interested in playing or performing the music. Overall, Popular Music of the Olden Time is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the rich musical history of England.1859. Volume 2 of 2. With short introductions to the different reigns and notices of the airs from writers of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Also a short account of the minstrels. Contents Volume II: Conjectures as to Robin Hood; Ballads relating to the adventures of Robin Hood; Puritanism in its effects upon Music and its accessories and Introduction to the Commonwealth period; Songs and ballads of the civil war, and of the time of Cromwell; Introduction to the reign of Charles II.; Songs and ballads from Charles II. to William and Mary; Remarks on Anglo-Scottish songs; Specimens of ditto; Introduction to the reigns of Queen Anne, George I. and George II.; Songs and ballads of ditto; Traditional songs of uncertain date; and Religious Christmas Carols.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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