02399cam a22003253u 4500 50972 UtSlPG 20260610134155.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 03029429 UtSlPG en iso639-1 ML Cummings, William Hayman, 1831-1915 The Great Musicians: Purcell Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-01-19 Produced by Jane Robins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Great Musicians: Purcell" by William Hayman Cummings is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work presents the life and contributions of the distinguished English composer Henry Purcell, offering insights into his musical genius and the challenging environment in which he created. The book likely delves into Purcell's experiences, influences, and the context of the music scene during his time, showcasing the evolution of music in England through his works. The opening of this work sets the stage for an exploration of the historical context surrounding Purcell's life and music. It highlights the difficulties faced by musicians during the Commonwealth era, where music and its practitioners were often suppressed, and provides a poignant recounting of the destruction of musical institutions during this tumultuous time. Cummings critiques earlier historians for their negligence in preserving important details about Purcell, emphasizing the lack of authentic records surrounding his life. The narrative introduces Purcell's lineage and early musical education, foreshadowing his rise to prominence in the world of English music, while also hinting at the social and cultural challenges he faced throughout his career. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Purcell, Henry, 1659-1695 Hueffer, Francis, 1845-1889 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50972 91810 91810