Songs & music of the Redcoats : a history of the war music of the British Army 1642-1902 / Lewis Winstock.
TITLE:
Songs & music of the Redcoats : a history of the war music of the British Army 1642-1902 / Lewis Winstock.
Alternate Title:
Songs and music of the Redcoats
Publication Date:
1970
Publication Information:
London : Stackpole Books,
Physical Description:
298 p. : ill., music.
Summary:
An authoritative pioneering work that "investigates the real music of war." Included is a long narrative as well as a large collection of soldiers' songs of all types, from "Johnny Cope" to "The Roast Beef of Old England," with over 50 piano arrangements. -Ribald, rousing, sentimental, satirical, The use of instrumental music in war is also covered, old favourites are re-appraised, and some bizarre stories unfold.
Language:
English
ISBN:
9780811715751
