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100 1 _aVeal, George,
_d1740-1787
245 1 0 _aMusical Travels Through England
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2021
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aHas been variously attributed to J.L. Bicknell, Thomas Day, and to Alexander Bicknell and Peter Beckford.
500 _aRelease date is 2021-03-21
508 _adeaurider, Les Galloway and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Musical Travels Through England" by Joel Collier is a whimsical account of the author's musical journey across England, written in the mid-18th century. This book serves as an exploratory travelogue that reflects on the cultural and musical landscape of England during that time, offering insights into the various musical practices and characters Collier encounters along his way. The narrative unfolds as Collier, adopting the more euphonious name of ‘Collioni,’ embarks on an adventure filled with colorful encounters and humorous observations. He interacts with various musicians, townsfolk, and eccentric characters, highlighting the many forms of music and performance prevalent in different locales, from Lincoln to Bristol. Through a comedic lens, he presents anecdotal tales of musical mishaps, societal commentary, and the arts' influence on everyday life, all while underscoring the importance of music in shaping culture and identity. Collier’s journey not only serves to entertain but also aims to elevate the national taste in music, advocating for a more profound appreciation of the art form. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBurney, Charles, 1726-1814 -- Parodies, imitations, etc.
700 1 _aBeckford, Peter,
_d1740-1811
700 1 _aBicknell, Alexander,
_d-1796
700 1 _aBicknell, John Laurence,
_d1740-1787
700 1 _aDay, Thomas,
_d1748-1789
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/64895
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