Composition: An Essay Towards a Rational System of Music (Holden, John)

Title An Essay Towards a Rational System of Music
Creators John Holden (composer)
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First published 1770
Dedication His Grace William, Duke of Montrose, etc. Chancellor of the University of Glasgow, ; Sir Adam Fergusson, of Kilkerran, Baronet, Lord Rector, ; The Reverend Mr. John Corse, Dean of Faculties; ; Doctor William Leechman, Principal, ; And all the Professors of Glasgow College; ; Patrons of Useful and Polite Literature
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Composition types Music theory
Language English
Period Baroque
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Details Section Type Publisher Date File
view Complete Glasgow: Robert Urie for the Author 1770 Complete book · view

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