For 2 or 3 voices and continuo; figured bass unrealized. Words principally by Matthew Prior, also printed as text on p. xviii-xxi. Edited from the ed. published: London : Printed for the author by J. Simpson, 1745 or 1746. Includes introd. and critical report. Includes bibliographical references.
Contents:
Old I am. Whilst our joys -- Thus to the muses -- When Bibo thought fitt -- I, my dear, was born to day -- Why thus from the plain -- Says Pontius in rage -- Whilst I in prison -- Cease, Leonora -- Poor Hall -- Reading ends in melancholy -- Haste, my Nanette -- Soft Cupid -- He is not numb'red with the blest -- Beauty should please -- Pleasure's enchanted ground -- Fair and ugly -- Old I am.
Series:
Recent researches in the music of the Classical Era, 0486-123X ; 74
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