An introduction to the skill of musick in three books: by John Playford. Containing I. The Grounds and Principles of Musick, according to the Gamui: In the most Easie Method, for Young Practitioners. II. Instructions and Lessons for the Treble, Tenor and Bass-Viols; and also for the Treble-Violin. III. The Art of Descant, or Composing Musick in Parts: Made very Plain and Easie by the late Mr. Henry Purcell - Playford, John 1623-1686? (printed by W. Pearson, for Henry Playford, at his Shop in the Temple-Change, Fleet-Street; and John Sprint at the Bell in Little-Britain, 1703)
Book II has a separate titlepage: 'An introduction. To the playing on the bass, tenor, and treble-viols; and also on the treble-violin.'
Book III has a separate titlepage: 'An introduction to the art of descant: or, composing musick in parts. .. With the additions of the late Mr. Henry Purcell'
English Short Title Catalog, T135473
In three books
Originally published in 1654 as: A breefe introduction to the skill of musick
Keywords: Counterpoint -- Early works to 1800; Music -- Handbooks, manuals, etc -- Early works to 1800; Viola da gamba -- Instruction and study -- Early works to 1800; Violin -- Instruction and study -- Early works to 1800