The Universal Psalmodist (Williams, Aaron)

Title The Universal Psalmodist
Alternative title The Universal Psalmodist. Containing, I. A Compleat Introduction to Psalmody; or, the Art of Singing Psalms, &c. Interspersed with many useful Scales and Examples, carefully laid down and explained, in a familiar Dialogue between Master and Scholar. II. A choice and valuable Collection of Psalm and Hymn Tunes, Canons and Anthems, many of which were never before published; also the Tunes, Anthems, &c. sung at the Magdalene, and Foundling Chapels, and other public Places in and about London, with Words adapted to each Tune. The Whole composed in a New and Easy Taste, For Two, Three, and Four, but generally for Four Voices, in the most familiar Keys and Cliffs, according to the Advice and Direction of the most eminent Masters in London. Calculated to promote and improve this most excellent Part of Social Worship, and thereby render it both useful and delightful in all Country Choirs, as well as in the Congregations and other Religious Societies in London and Westminster. By A. Williams, Teacher of Psalmody in London.
Creators Aaron Williams, composer
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Instrumentation 2 voices
3 voices
4 voices
mixed chorus
Number of movements 152
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First published 1763
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Composition types Psalms, Hymns, Anthems, Canons
Language English
Period Baroque
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View English editions London: Joseph Johnson 1763 Score [missing pp.149-152]
View American editions Daniel Bayley Complete Score
View American editions Newburyport: Daniel Bayley 1773 Complete Score

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