Popular Music of the Olden Time a Collection of Ancient Songs, Ballads and Dance Tunes Illustrative of the National Music of England Part One

Popular Music of the Olden Time is a book that contains a collection of ancient songs, ballads, and dance tunes that are illustrative of the national music of England. This book was written by William Chappell and is the first volume in a series. It is a comprehensive guide to the popular music of England from the medieval period to the 18th century. The book includes detailed descriptions of the songs, ballads, and dance tunes, along with their historical and cultural significance. The collection is arranged chronologically, and each piece is accompanied by sheet music and lyrics. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of English music and provides a fascinating insight into the musical traditions of the country.1859. Volume 1 of 2. With short introductions to the different reigns and notices of the airs from writers of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Also a short account of the minstrels. Contents of Volume I.: Minstrelsy from the Saxon period to the reign of Edward I.; Music of the middle ages and Music in England to the end of the thirteenth century; English Minstrelsy from 1270 to 1480 and the gradual extinction of the old Minstrels; Introduction to the reigns of Henry VII, Henry VIII, Edward VI and Queen Mary; Songs and ballads of ditto; Introduction to the reign of Queen Elizabeth; Songs and ballads of ditto; Introduction to the reign of James I.; and Songs and ballads of the reigns of James I. and Charles I.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.