A selection of Irish melodies / with symphonies and accompaniments by Sir John Stevenson Mus. Doc ; and characteristic words by Thomas Moore Esqr. Fifth number

Moore, Thomas (1779-1852). Stevenson, John Sir (1761-1833)

Published by London : Published by ADDISON & HODSON. 210, REGENT STREET. opposite Conduit Street. and 47, King Street, 1845

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Finely bound in modern fine-ribbed, gilt-blocked cloth with the original front wrapper laid back. An exceptional example; of presentation quality. Physical description; 1 score ([3ff.], pp. 2-63) ; 38 cm. Lyrics written by Thomas Moore, Price: 15 Shill.gs. Imprint on board cover : "PUBLISHED BY CRAMER, ADDISON AND BEALE, 201, REGENT STREET, AND 67, CONDUIT STREET". Engraver: "Silvester del. et Sculp. 27, Strand, London".Includes dedication, engraver "Silvester sc.27, Strand". "To the Nobility and Gentry of Ireland' the following work is respectfully inscribed by the late Publisher, James Power". Content includes arrangements of: "Oh! the Days are gone", "I saw thy Form in youthful Prime", "Avenging and bright", and "This Life is all chequered". There are also harmonised versions of certain of the airs. Subjects; Songs, Irish.Songs with piano. 1 Kg.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A selection of Irish melodies / with symphonies and accompaniments by Sir John Stevenson Mus. Doc ; and characteristic words by Thomas Moore Esqr. Fifth number
• Publisher: London : Published by ADDISON & HODSON. 210, REGENT STREET. opposite Conduit Street. and 47, King Street
• Publication Date: 1845
• Binding: Hardcover
• Weight: 1 kilogram