Publisher's Synopsis
""An Account of the Musical Performances in Westminster Abbey and the Pantheon, May 26, 27, 29 and June 3, 5, 1784, in Commemoration of Handel"" is a book written by Charles Burney. The book provides a detailed description of the musical performances that were held in London in 1784 to commemorate the life and work of George Frideric Handel, one of the most celebrated composers of the Baroque era. The book includes Burney's observations and reviews of the performances, as well as his insights into the music and the musicians who performed it. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of music, the life and work of Handel, and the cultural and social context of music in 18th-century 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.
