Music book. [circa 1800-1806]

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Music book. [circa 1800-1806]

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Music book containing manuscript songs, most represented by words only, some with music scores. Contents include glees, excerpts from theater music, and patriotic songs concerning a possible invasion of England by Napoleon. Two songs are dated: "New Song on His Majesty's Escape from Being Shot in Drury Lane Theatre, on the Night of 16th May, 1800," concerning an assassination attempt by James Hadfield; and "King Roger, a Cumberland Ballad, by Robert Anderson...Carlisle, Feby 25th, 1806."

1 v. (circa 110 p., including manuscript music) ; 17 cm.

Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 8011143

Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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