Considered the greatest lute virtuoso and composer of the English school in the early 17th century, John Dowland (1563–1626) composed over 80 pieces of solo lute music. His peerless skills as an instrumentalist were hailed by poet Richard Barnfield, who referred to Dowland as one "whose heav'nly touch upon the lute doth ravish human sense." As a composer, Dowland displayed a versatility of mode, with works ranging from the lighthearted to the deeply serious, exquisitely melancholic vein in which he excelled. Now, in this unprecedented new compilation, musicians and music lovers can... Read More
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Considered the greatest lute virtuoso and composer of the English school in the early 17th century, John Dowland (1563–1626) composed over 80 pieces of solo lute music. His peerless skills as an instrumentalist were hailed by poet Richard Barnfield, who referred to Dowland as one "whose heav'nly touch upon the lute doth ravish human sense." As a composer, Dowland displayed a versatility of mode, with works ranging from the lighthearted to the deeply serious, exquisitely melancholic vein in which he excelled. Now, in this unprecedented new compilation, musicians and music lovers can... Read More
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Considered the greatest lute virtuoso and composer of the English school in the early 17th century, John Dowland (1563–1626) composed over 80 pieces of solo lute music. His peerless skills as an instrumentalist were hailed by poet Richard Barnfield, who referred to Dowland as one "whose heav'nly touch upon the lute doth ravish human sense." As a composer, Dowland displayed a versatility of mode, with works ranging from the lighthearted to the deeply serious, exquisitely melancholic vein in which he excelled. Now, in this unprecedented new compilation, musicians and music lovers can enjoy 43 of Dowland's songs, transcribed for voice and guitar by David Nadal, plus two dances for solo guitar. Listeners will be astounded by the amazingly fresh and modern sound embodied in Dowland's numerous innovations of form and harmony. Comprising all the works in the original First and Second Book of Songs, the music plates have been specially prepared for this edition, including the original solo voice part, complete song texts, a modern transcription for guitar of the original accompaniment, and Dowland's original lute tablature. Attractively bound and presented, this volume is a wonderful opportunity for singers, guitarists, and all music lovers to enjoy these splendid songs — ravishing echoes of the music played and sung in royal courts, chambers, and music halls four centuries ago.
Reprint of the original editions of First and Second Books of Songs.
Details
Price: $19.95
Pages: 128
Publisher: Dover Publications
Imprint: Dover Publications
Series: Dover Song Collections
Publication Date: 10th July 1997
Trim Size: 8.37 x 11 in
ISBN: 9780486299358
Format: Paperback
BISACs: MUSIC / Genres & Styles / Classical MUSIC / Printed Music / Opera & Classical Scores MUSIC / Printed Music / Vocal MUSIC / Printed Music / Guitar & Fretted Instruments
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Considered the greatest lute virtuoso and composer of the English school in the early 17th century, John Dowland (1563–1626) composed over 80 pieces of solo lute music.
Table of Contents
Introduction About the Transcriptions THE FIRST BOOK OF SONGS I. Unquiet thoughts II. Who ever thinks or hopes of love III. My thoughts are wing'd with hopes IV. If my complaints could passions move V. Can she excuse my wrongs? VI. "Now, O now, I needs must part" VII. "Dear, if you change" VIII. "Burst forth, my tears" IX. Go crystal tears X. Think'st thou then by thy feigning XI. "Come away, come sweet love" XII. Rest awhile you cruel cares XIII. "Sleep, wayward thoughts" XIV. "All ye, whom Love or Fortune" XIVa. "All ye, whom Love or Fortune" XV. "Wilt thou, unkind, thus reave me" XVI. Would my conceit XVII. Come again XVIII. His golden locks XIX. "Awake, sweet love, thou art return'd" XX. "Come, heavy Sleep" XXI. Away with these self-loving lads ------ My Lord Chamberlain his Galliard (For two to play...) THE SECOND BOOK OF SONGS I. I saw my Lady weep II. Flow my tears III. "Sorrow, stay" IV. Die not before thy day V. "Mourn, day is with darkness fled" VI. "Time's eldest son, Old Age (The first part)" VII. Then sit thee down (The second part) VIII. When others sing Venite (The third part) IX. Praise blindness eyes X. O sweet woods XI. If floods of tears XII. Fine knacks for ladies XIII. Now cease my wand'ring eyes XIV. Come ye heavy states of night XV. White as lilies was her face XVI. Woeful heart XVII. A shepherd in a shade XVIII. Faction that ever dwells XIX. Shall I sue XX. Toss not my soul XXI. Clear or cloudy XXIa. Clear or cloudy XXII. Humour say what mak'st thou here (a Dialogue) ------ Dowland's adieu for Master Oliver Cromwell
Considered the greatest lute virtuoso and composer of the English school in the early 17th century, John Dowland (1563–1626) composed over 80 pieces of solo lute music. His peerless skills as an instrumentalist were hailed by poet Richard Barnfield, who referred to Dowland as one "whose heav'nly touch upon the lute doth ravish human sense." As a composer, Dowland displayed a versatility of mode, with works ranging from the lighthearted to the deeply serious, exquisitely melancholic vein in which he excelled. Now, in this unprecedented new compilation, musicians and music lovers can enjoy 43 of Dowland's songs, transcribed for voice and guitar by David Nadal, plus two dances for solo guitar. Listeners will be astounded by the amazingly fresh and modern sound embodied in Dowland's numerous innovations of form and harmony. Comprising all the works in the original First and Second Book of Songs, the music plates have been specially prepared for this edition, including the original solo voice part, complete song texts, a modern transcription for guitar of the original accompaniment, and Dowland's original lute tablature. Attractively bound and presented, this volume is a wonderful opportunity for singers, guitarists, and all music lovers to enjoy these splendid songs — ravishing echoes of the music played and sung in royal courts, chambers, and music halls four centuries ago.
Reprint of the original editions of First and Second Books of Songs.
Price: $19.95
Pages: 128
Publisher: Dover Publications
Imprint: Dover Publications
Series: Dover Song Collections
Publication Date: 10th July 1997
Trim Size: 8.37 x 11 in
ISBN: 9780486299358
Format: Paperback
BISACs: MUSIC / Genres & Styles / Classical MUSIC / Printed Music / Opera & Classical Scores MUSIC / Printed Music / Vocal MUSIC / Printed Music / Guitar & Fretted Instruments
Considered the greatest lute virtuoso and composer of the English school in the early 17th century, John Dowland (1563–1626) composed over 80 pieces of solo lute music.
Introduction About the Transcriptions THE FIRST BOOK OF SONGS I. Unquiet thoughts II. Who ever thinks or hopes of love III. My thoughts are wing'd with hopes IV. If my complaints could passions move V. Can she excuse my wrongs? VI. "Now, O now, I needs must part" VII. "Dear, if you change" VIII. "Burst forth, my tears" IX. Go crystal tears X. Think'st thou then by thy feigning XI. "Come away, come sweet love" XII. Rest awhile you cruel cares XIII. "Sleep, wayward thoughts" XIV. "All ye, whom Love or Fortune" XIVa. "All ye, whom Love or Fortune" XV. "Wilt thou, unkind, thus reave me" XVI. Would my conceit XVII. Come again XVIII. His golden locks XIX. "Awake, sweet love, thou art return'd" XX. "Come, heavy Sleep" XXI. Away with these self-loving lads ------ My Lord Chamberlain his Galliard (For two to play...) THE SECOND BOOK OF SONGS I. I saw my Lady weep II. Flow my tears III. "Sorrow, stay" IV. Die not before thy day V. "Mourn, day is with darkness fled" VI. "Time's eldest son, Old Age (The first part)" VII. Then sit thee down (The second part) VIII. When others sing Venite (The third part) IX. Praise blindness eyes X. O sweet woods XI. If floods of tears XII. Fine knacks for ladies XIII. Now cease my wand'ring eyes XIV. Come ye heavy states of night XV. White as lilies was her face XVI. Woeful heart XVII. A shepherd in a shade XVIII. Faction that ever dwells XIX. Shall I sue XX. Toss not my soul XXI. Clear or cloudy XXIa. Clear or cloudy XXII. Humour say what mak'st thou here (a Dialogue) ------ Dowland's adieu for Master Oliver Cromwell
