Routledge Orlando Gibbons and the Gibbons Family of Musicians

Explore the musical heritage of one of England's most significant composers with this Routledge Revivals volume. First published in 1999, this work represents the first full-length study on the life and music of Orlando Gibbons since the early 20th century. Author John Harley provides a detailed investigation into the family background that shaped Orlando Gibbons. The text offers a fascinating account of his father, William Gibbons, and his work as a wait in Oxford and Cambridge. Beyond Orlando, the book traces the professional paths of his brothers, including Edward, who served as master of the choristers at King's College, Cambridge and Exeter Cathedral, and Ferdinando. This scholarly resource is essential for students, historians, and lovers of classical music who want to understand the familial connections and musical traditions of the era. It provides a deep look into the lives of the musicians who defined a period of English musical history.