Doctor Arne

Originally published in 1938, this book presents a concise study regarding the life and work of the composer Thomas Arne (1710–78).

Hubert Langley (Author)

9781107437869, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 23 October 2014

130 pages
20.3 x 12.7 x 0.8 cm, 0.15 kg

Originally published in 1938, this book presents a concise study regarding the life and work of Thomas Arne (1710–78), best known as the composer of 'Rule, Britannia!'. Musical scores, illustrative figures and a bibliography are also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Arne and the history of music.

Preface
1. Handel in England
2. Then and now
3. The evidence of Dr Burney
4. The Arne family
5. Comus and The Judgment of Paris
6. The Masque of Alfred and 'Rule, Britannia!'
7. Shakespeare and Dublin
8. The songs
9. Mrs Arne
10. Operas and ballad operas
11. The Fairy Prince - death and commemoration
12. Judith
13. Requiescat - et resurgat
Appendix A. Extant works of Arne
Appendix B. Modern editions of Arne's works
Bibliography
Index.

Subject Areas: Music reviews & criticism [AVC]