The Principles of Practical Musick (Simpson, Christopher)

Title A Compendium of Practical Musick
Alternative title A Compendium: or, Introduction to Practical Music
Creators Christopher Simpson, composer
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First published 1665
Dedication Sir John St. Barbe
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Composition types Music theory
Language English
Period Baroque
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Details Section Type Publisher Date File (click to view)
View Complete London: William Godbid for Henry Brome 1667 Complete Book
View Complete W. Pearson Complete Book
View Complete London: W[illiam]. P[earson]. for John Young 1714 Complete Book
View Complete Complete Book
View Complete London: W. Pearson 1732 Complete Book
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View Complete London: Longman Complete Book

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