The Flute in Scotland from the Sixteenth to the Eighteenth Century

by Scott Spencer and Scott Spencer

It is a generally accepted truth that the flute was unknown in Scotland prior to 1725, and that it was played exclusively by wealthy men. Upon examination, these beliefs are demonstrably false. This book explores the role of the flute in Scottish musical life, primarily in the long eighteenth century, including players, repertoire, manuscripts, and instruments. Evidence for ladies having played the flute is also examined, as are possible...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 178874716X
• ISBN13: 9781788747165
• Release Date: December 2019
• Publisher: Peter Lang Ltd, International Academic Publis
• Length: 204 Pages