An introduction to the skill of musick
Subtitle: in two books the first contains, I. The grounds and rules of musick according to the gamūt, and other principles thereof the second, instructions and lessons for the basse-viol, and treble-violin
By: by John Playford ; to which is added, the Art of descant, or composing of musick in parts by Dr. Tho. Campion, with annotations thereon, by Mr. Chr. Simpson ; also The order of singing divine service in cathedrals
Contributors: Simpson, Christopher, d. 1669; Campion, Thomas, 1567-1620
Edition: The eighth edition carefully corrected
Series: Early English books, 1641-1700 -- 1599:5
Publisher: Printed by A.G. and J.P. for John Playford ...
Published: 1984
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Format: Microform
Number of pages: 347
Subjects: Music -- Handbooks, manuals, etc. -- Early works to 1800; Violin -- Instruction and study -- Early works to 1800; Counterpoint
Other titles: Art of descant
Notes: Engraved frontispiece portrait of Playford

The art of descant has special t.p

Reproduction of original in the Harvard University Library

Wing P2481

Microfilm. Ann Arbor, Mich. : University Microfilms International, 1984. 1 microfilm reel ; 35 mm. (Early English books, 1641-1700 ; 1599:5)