A Brief Account Of The Madrigal Society

""A Brief Account Of The Madrigal Society: From Its Institution In 1741, Up To The Present Period (1835)"" is a historical book written by Thomas Oliphant. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Madrigal Society, which was founded in 1741 in London, England. The Madrigal Society was a group of musicians and music enthusiasts who came together to perform and promote the madrigal, a type of vocal music that was popular in the Renaissance era. The book covers the history of the Madrigal Society from its inception in 1741 up to the year 1835, when the book was published. Oliphant provides a detailed account of the society's activities, including their performances, concerts, and other events. He also discusses the society's membership, which included some of the most prominent musicians and composers of the time.Throughout the book, Oliphant provides insights into the cultural and musical landscape of London during the 18th and 19th centuries. He discusses the impact of the Madrigal Society on the development of music in England and provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of classical music during this period.Overall, ""A Brief Account Of The Madrigal Society: From Its Institution In 1741, Up To The Present Period (1835)"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of classical music, the Madrigal Society, or the cultural history of London during the 18th and 19th centuries.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.