Life And Works Of Dr. Arne, 1710-1778 (1893)

By Burnham W. Horner

Book Overview

The book ""Life and Works of Dr. Arne, 1710-1778"" is a biography of the English composer, Thomas Augustine Arne. Written by Burnham W. Horner and originally published in 1893, the book provides a detailed account of Arne's life and career, including his upbringing, education, and musical achievements.The book covers Arne's early years as a musician, including his training in Italy and his work as a composer and performer in London. It also explores his later career, including his collaborations with playwright David Garrick and his contributions to the development of English opera.In addition to providing a comprehensive overview of Arne's life, the book also includes detailed analyses of his musical works, including his operas, oratorios, and instrumental compositions. Horner provides insights into Arne's musical style and his contributions to the development of English music.Overall, ""Life and Works of Dr. Arne, 1710-1778"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and music of Thomas Augustine Arne, as well as the history of English music in the 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104994704
• ISBN13: 9781104994709
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"