Musical Travels Through England by George Veal
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"Musical Travels Through England" by Joel Collier is a whimsical account of the author's musical journey across England, written in the mid-18th century. This book serves as an exploratory travelogue that reflects on the cultural and musical landscape of England during that time, offering insights into the various musical practices and characters Collier encounters along his way. The narrative unfolds as Collier, adopting the more euphonious name of ‘Collioni,’ embarks on an
adventure filled with colorful encounters and humorous observations. He interacts with various musicians, townsfolk, and eccentric characters, highlighting the many forms of music and performance prevalent in different locales, from Lincoln to Bristol. Through a comedic lens, he presents anecdotal tales of musical mishaps, societal commentary, and the arts' influence on everyday life, all while underscoring the importance of music in shaping culture and identity. Collier’s journey not only serves to entertain but also aims to elevate the national taste in music, advocating for a more profound appreciation of the art form. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Veal, George, 1740-1787 |
|---|---|
| Dubious author | Beckford, Peter, 1740-1811 |
| Dubious author | Bicknell, Alexander, -1796 |
| Dubious author | Bicknell, John Laurence, 1740-1787 |
| Dubious author | Day, Thomas, 1748-1789 |
| Title | Musical Travels Through England |
| Note | Has been variously attributed to J.L. Bicknell, Thomas Day, and to Alexander Bicknell and Peter Beckford. |
| Credits | deaurider, Les Galloway and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 53.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ML: Music: Literature of music |
| Subject | Burney, Charles, 1726-1814 -- Parodies, imitations, etc. |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 64895 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-64895-8 |
| Release Date | Mar 21, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 907 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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