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Music book of Duncan Burnett (circa 1590-1651), master of the sang schule in Glasgow, and a noted keyboard virtuoso; with original cover., [?1630-?1650.]

 Sub-Series
Identifier: MS.9447

Scope and Contents

From the Series:

MSS.9447-9458 consist of Scottish and English music, and French lute music, all dating from before 1675. MSS.9459-9469 consist of French music brought to Scotland by James and Harie Maule after their visits to France between 1678 and 1683. MSS.9470-9475 are opera scores and parts acquired by James Maule when in exile in Italy after the 1715 rising.

Dates

  • Creation: [?1630-?1650.]

Conditions Governing Access

Normal access conditions apply.

Conditions Governing Use

Normal reproduction conditions apply, subject to any copyright restrictions.

Extent

2 Volumes ; Oblong octavo.

Language of Materials

From the Series: Undetermined

Arrangement

1 volume + original cover.

Custodial History

The manuscript was previously deposited in the National Library of Scotland, 1957.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Bought, 1979.

Repository Details

Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository

Contact:
Archives and Manuscript Division
National Library of Scotland
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Edinburgh EH1 1EJ
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