Routledge Music Entries at Stationers' Hall, 1710-1818

Explore a detailed historical record of musical publications through Music Entries at Stationers' Hall, 1710-1818. Published by Routledge, this work provides a deep look into the registration processes mandated by the British Copyright Act of 1709. Following the act, proprietors of music printed after 10 April 1710 were required to submit copies to the Company of Stationers in London. This volume compiles entries from registers maintained by the Stationers' Hall warehouse keeper. These records contain vital data including the date of registration and the name of the work's proprietor, such as the author or publisher. Researchers can find full titles that often identify the composer, the writer of the text, performers, and dedicatees. Drawing from lists prepared for William Hawes, D.W. Krummel, and Alan Tyson, along with other sources, this book serves as a primary resource for music historians and scholars studying classical music history and copyright evolution during this period.