The Book Of British Song: With Piano-Forte Accompaniments, And Biographical And Historical Notes (Two-Volume Set)
The Book Of British Song: With Piano-Forte Accompaniments, And Biographical And Historical Notes (Two-Volume Set)
Author: George Hogarth, Esq.
Binding: Hardback
Published: James S. Virtue, 1111
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good condition
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Rebound copy. Brittle pages. Vol I - some insect damage on prelims.
This two volume anthology presents a substantial nineteenth century survey of British song, uniting piano score arrangements with Hogarth’s biographical and historical commentary to create a comprehensive cultural record. It details the origins, authorship and social life of each piece, illustrating the musical traditions and literary sensibilities that shaped Britain’s popular and art song repertoire.
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Author: George Hogarth, Esq.
Binding: Hardback
Published: James S. Virtue, 1111
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good condition
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Rebound copy. Brittle pages. Vol I - some insect damage on prelims.
This two volume anthology presents a substantial nineteenth century survey of British song, uniting piano score arrangements with Hogarth’s biographical and historical commentary to create a comprehensive cultural record. It details the origins, authorship and social life of each piece, illustrating the musical traditions and literary sensibilities that shaped Britain’s popular and art song repertoire.
