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Dorothea Ruggles-Brise

    Dorothea Ruggles-Brise was an expert and collector of Scottish traditional music. She meticulously gathered and preserved extensive music collections, including pivotal manuscripts and early sources of bagpipe music. Her dedication significantly contributed to the study and conservation of Scotland's rich musical heritage. She maintained a keen interest in the history and evolution of Scottish musical traditions.

    The Scottish Orpheus
    The minstrelsy of Ireland
    The Delightful Pocket Companion for the German Flute
    The Minstrelsy of Scotland
    The Edinburgh Syren
    The minstrelsy of Ireland
    • The minstrelsy of Ireland

      200 Irish songs, adapted to their traditional airs

      • 360 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      This collection features 200 traditional Irish songs, meticulously adapted to their original melodies. The book is a faithful reprint of the 1898 edition, preserving the cultural heritage and musical richness of Ireland. It serves as both a historical document and a resource for those interested in Irish music and song traditions.

      The minstrelsy of Ireland
    • The Edinburgh Syren

      Or, musical bouquet; being a new selection of modern songs, sung at the various places of amusement in Great Britain and Ireland

      • 220 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      This collection features a curated selection of modern songs that were popular in various entertainment venues across Great Britain and Ireland during the late 18th century. As a reprint of the original 1792 edition, it offers a glimpse into the musical tastes and cultural landscape of the time, showcasing the vibrant scene of public amusements. The book serves as both a historical document and a delightful anthology for music enthusiasts and historians alike.

      The Edinburgh Syren
    • The Minstrelsy of Scotland

      200 Scottish songs, adapted to their traditional airs

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Featuring 200 traditional Scottish songs, this collection offers a rich tapestry of Scotland's musical heritage, carefully adapted to their original airs. The unchanged reprint of the 1898 edition preserves the authenticity and charm of these timeless melodies, making it a valuable resource for music lovers and cultural enthusiasts alike. Each song reflects the unique spirit and history of Scotland, inviting readers to explore its vibrant folklore through music.

      The Minstrelsy of Scotland
    • The Delightful Pocket Companion for the German Flute

      Containing a choice collection of the most celebrated Italian, English, and Scotch tunes. Vol. 2

      • 220 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Featuring a curated selection of renowned Italian, English, and Scottish tunes, this volume serves as an essential resource for German flute players. The book is a faithful reprint of the original 1763 edition, preserving its historical significance and musical heritage. Musicians will appreciate the variety and quality of the compositions, making it a delightful companion for both practice and performance.

      The Delightful Pocket Companion for the German Flute
    • The minstrelsy of Ireland

      200 Irish songs, adapted to their traditional airs - Volume I

      • 364 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Featuring a collection of 200 Irish songs, this volume presents adaptations of traditional melodies, preserving the essence of the original 1898 edition. The book serves as a rich resource for those interested in Irish music and cultural heritage, offering a glimpse into the lyrical beauty and historical significance of these songs. Its unchanged format ensures that readers can appreciate the authenticity and charm of Ireland's musical tradition.

      The minstrelsy of Ireland
    • The Scottish Orpheus

      A selection of the most admired Scottish songs with symphonies and accompaniments for the pianoforte

      • 120 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      Featuring a curated collection of beloved Scottish songs, this book includes symphonies and accompaniments specifically arranged for the pianoforte. The selection showcases the rich musical heritage of Scotland, preserved in a high-quality reprint of the original 1865 edition, making it a valuable resource for musicians and enthusiasts alike.

      The Scottish Orpheus
    • Traditional Tunes

      A collection of ballad airs, chiefly obtained in Yorkshire and the south of Scotland; together with their appropriate words from broadsides and from oral tradition

      • 180 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Featuring a rich collection of ballad airs primarily sourced from Yorkshire and southern Scotland, this book presents traditional tunes alongside their corresponding lyrics drawn from broadsides and oral traditions. It serves as an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original 1891 edition, preserving the cultural heritage and musical history of the region.

      Traditional Tunes
    • The Vocal Magazine

      Or, compleat British songster. Consisting of such English, Scotch, and Irish songs, catches, glees, cantatas, airs, ballads

      • 392 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Featuring a rich collection of English, Scottish, and Irish songs, this reprint of the 1784 edition showcases a diverse array of musical forms, including catches, glees, cantatas, airs, and ballads. The Vocal Magazine serves as a comprehensive anthology for enthusiasts of traditional British music, preserving the cultural heritage and lyrical artistry of the time in a high-quality format.

      The Vocal Magazine
    • The Delightful Pocket Companion for the German Flute

      Containing a choice collection of the most celebrated Italian, English, and Scotch tunes. Vol. 1

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Featuring a curated selection of renowned Italian, English, and Scottish melodies, this pocket companion is designed specifically for the German flute. The first volume presents an authentic reprint of the original 1763 edition, preserving the musical heritage and charm of the time. Musicians will appreciate the quality and variety of tunes that reflect the cultural richness of the period, making it an essential resource for flute players seeking to explore classic repertoire.

      The Delightful Pocket Companion for the German Flute
    • The Edinburgh musical miscellany; - Or modern songster: a collection of the most approved Scotch, English, and Irish songs, set to music is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1793. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

      The Edinburgh musical miscellany;