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Invereshie - A Strathspey

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Invereshie - A Strathspey
ID JSS0574
Title Invereshie - A Strathspey
Document Reference Hend inst Mar s
Format 242 x 338 mm
Medium Printed Music sheet
Item Type Printed Collection
Subject Scottish Music,Strathspey
Item Description This is by William Marshall, from 'Marshall's Scottish Airs', 1822. Marshall (1748-1833) of Keithmore, near Fochabers, Banffshire, was factor to the Duke of Gordon. He published two collections of his own fiddle compositions; another was published posthumously. He was one of the few important composers of Scottish dance music of his day who did not have to make a living only through music. Marshall also built clocks, designed his own home, and was a well-respected North-east figure.
Creator William Marshall
Editor William Marshall
Arranger William Marshall
Time Period 1800-1900
Associated Dates: Manuscript 1822
Location University of Aberdeen
Collection Name Marshall's Scottish airs,melodies, strathspeys, reels etc
Copyright http://www.abdn.ac.uk/diss/historic/documents/copyright

 

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