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Charles Burney (1726-1814) English musicologist, born in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
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Date: 26th March 2014
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Charles Burney (1726-1814) English musicologist, born in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Charles Burney (1726-1814) English musicologist, born in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Studied in London under Dr Arne. Travelled in Europe in 1770-1772, collecting material for his General History of Music (1776-1789). Father of the novelist and diarist Fanny (Frances) Burney, Madame D Arblay. Engraving from Diary and Letters of Madame D Arblay by Fanny Burney (London, 1843)
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1843 Born Charles Collecting Diary Fanny Father Frances General Letters Literature Madame Material Music Musician Novelist Shrewsbury Shropshire Studied Travelled Arblay Arne Burney Diarist Musicologist
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases Charles Burney, an eminent English musicologist who made significant contributions to the field of music history. Born in Shrewsbury, Shropshire in 1726, Burney's passion for music led him to study under Dr Arne in London. However, his thirst for knowledge extended beyond his homeland as he embarked on a remarkable journey across Europe from 1770 to 1772. During this expedition, Burney diligently collected valuable material that would later contribute to his magnum opus - the General History of Music (1776-1789). Notably, Charles Burney's legacy extends beyond the realm of academia and into literary circles as well. He is recognized as the father of Fanny Burney, a renowned novelist and diarist known by her married name Madame D'Arblay. The engraving featured here is extracted from Fanny Burney's Diary and Letters publication in London during 1843. Through this image, we catch a glimpse of Charles Burney's intellectual prowess and dedication towards unraveling the mysteries of music history. His tireless efforts have left an indelible mark on British literature and continue to inspire scholars today.
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