Popular Music of the Olden Time a Collection of Ancient Songs, Ballads and Dance Tunes Illustrative of the National Music of England V2

""Popular Music of the Olden Time"" is a two-volume collection of ancient songs, ballads, and dance tunes that showcase the national music of England. Compiled by William Chappell, a renowned music historian and collector, this book offers a comprehensive survey of popular music from the medieval period to the early 19th century. The songs and tunes included in this volume provide a fascinating glimpse into the musical traditions and cultural heritage of England, and are accompanied by historical notes and commentary that shed light on their origins and significance. Whether you are a music lover, a historian, or simply curious about the rich cultural heritage of England, ""Popular Music of the Olden Time"" is an essential read.1859. Volume 2 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 Volume II: Conjectures as to Robin Hood; Ballads relating to the adventures of Robin Hood; Puritanism in its effects upon Music and its accessories and Introduction to the Commonwealth period; Songs and ballads of the civil war, and of the time of Cromwell; Introduction to the reign of Charles II.; Songs and ballads from Charles II. to William and Mary; Remarks on Anglo-Scottish songs; Specimens of ditto; Introduction to the reigns of Queen Anne, George I. and George II.; Songs and ballads of ditto; Traditional songs of uncertain date; and Religious Christmas Carols.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.