Memoirs of Music is a book written by Roger North and first published in 1846. It is a collection of essays and anecdotes about North's experiences with music, musicians, and musical instruments during the 17th and 18th centuries in England. North was a lawyer and amateur musician, and his book provides a unique perspective on the musical life of his time. The book is divided into four parts, each of which covers a different aspect of North's musical interests. Part one focuses on the history of music in England, including the development of the church music tradition, the influence of Italian opera, and the rise of the English oratorio. Part two is devoted to musical instruments, with North providing detailed descriptions of various instruments and their use in different musical genres. Part three is a collection of biographical sketches of famous musicians of the time, including Henry Purcell, George Frideric Handel, and Johann Sebastian Bach. North provides insights into their lives and works, as well as his own opinions on their music. The final part of the book is a collection of North's own compositions, including songs, sonatas, and other pieces for various instruments. Overall, Memoirs of Music is an important historical document that provides a fascinating glimpse into the musical world of 17th and 18th century England. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of music or the cultural history of England.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.
