(15) The Lovers first Address [&] (16) The Praise of Bacchus The Musick by Mr. Corelli. From: Calliope or English Harmony A Collection of the Most Celebrated English and Scots Songs Neatly Engrav'd and Embellish'd.Second Edition.

ROBERTS, Henry (engraver).

Published by LondonPrinted by Longman & Broderip c., 1746

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Original copper-engraved sheet of music (23 x 14.5 cm) printed on both sides, each song with engraved headpiece. Original sheet of music from Henry Roberts' 'Calliope, or English Harmony', which he described as 'a collection of the most celebrated English and Scots songs neatly engraved and embellished with designs adapted to the subject of each song taken from the compositions of the best masters in the most correct manner with the thorough bass and transpositions for the flute (proper for all teachers scholars and lovers of music printed on a fine paper on each side which renders the undertaking more complete than any thing of the kind ever published'. This was an infamous and beloved drinking song of the era - performed often in taverns and during home performances. Mr. Corelli was much revered by Rome's high society - performing often at Cardinal Ottoboni's palace concerts. Seller Inventory # 58585

Bibliographic Details

Title: (15) The Lovers first Address [&] (16) The ...

Publisher: LondonPrinted by Longman & Broderip c.

Publication Date: 1746