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1BURNS.
3lations of his principal letters, London, 3 vols, 1796. A plan for a music school, London, 1774. An essay towards the history of comets, London, 1769. Articles on music in Ree's Encyclopædia. Sonata for two violins and a bass, 1765. Six concert pieces, with an introduction for the diapasons and fugue proper for young organists and practitioners on the harpsichord. Twelve canzonets from Metastasio. Six duets for the German flute. Six concertos for the violin, in eight parts. Two sonatas for pf., violin, and 'cello. Six harpsichord lessons. Two sonatas for harp or pf., with accomp for violin or 'cello. Anthems, glees, instrumental music, etc.
5Burney is best known to musicians of the present day by his "History of music;" a work of much learning and ability. It is written in a pleasant style, but its historical value is somewhat destroyed by a vexatious absence of dates. He has given much space to the glorification of forgotten Italian composers, and comparatively little to the more interesting musicians of other nationalities. The "History" is less valuable than that of Hawkins, though much superior to it from a literary point of view. His most successful musical effort was an adaptation of Rousseau's "Devin du Village," produced under the title of "The cunning man." His daughter Frances was the Madame D'Arblay of English literary renown. It may further be added that Burney was one of the most esteemed organists of his time. His brother James (born 1709; died 1789), was organist at Shrewsbury for many years.
7Burns, Daniel Joseph, Irish organist and writer. Organist of St. Patrick's Church, and of St. Malachy's College, Belfast. Conductor of the Philo-Celtic Society. Author of "Practical Notes upon Harmony and Counterpoint for Junior Pupils" London [1883] "Exercises in Figured Bass." London, n.d.
9Burns, Georgina (Mrs. Leslie Crotty), soprano vocalist, born in London, 1860. Granddaughter of Rev. Jabez Burns. Displayed musical talent at an early age, and first appeared at the Westminster Aquarium Promenade Concerts. She made her first appearance in the Carl Rosa Opera Company at the Adelphi Theatre, February 11, 1878, when she took the part of Ann Page in "The Merry Wives of Windsor." During the time she remained with the Company she sang with success in many operas, creating the part of Filina—in English—in "Mignon," and the titular part of Goring Thomas's "Esmeralda," was written expressly for her. In 1882, she married Leslie Crotty (q.v.), the popular baritone, and when the pair quitted the Carl Rosa Company, they started a light Opera Company, and revived with much success, Rossini's "La Cenerentola," in English, with which they undertook tours throughout the United Kingdom.
11BURTON
13Burns, John, Scottish violinist and composer, of early part of 19th century, published "Strathspeys, reels, jigs, etc., for the pf, violin and violoncello" Edinburgh, n.d.
15Burrowes, John Freckleton, writer and composer, was born in London, April 23, 1787. He studied under W Horsley, and was a Member of the Philharmonic Society. Organist of St James's Church, Piccadilly, London. He died at London, March 31, 1852.
17Works—Op 1 Six English Ballads, for voice and pf; Sonatas for pf. and flute, and for pf. and 'cello, Overture for full orch., produced by Philharmonic Society, Six Divertissements for pf., Three Sonatas for pf and violin; Sonata for pf., on Scotch airs, op. 9, Select airs from Mozart's operas, for pf. and flute, 18 numbers; Mozart's overtures, arranged for pf., violin, flute, and 'cello, Duets, for harp and other instruments Collection of Psalm Tunes, with figured bass, n.d. Burrowes' Pianoforte Primer, containing the rudiments of Music, in question and answer, calculated either for private tuition or teaching in classes: London, 1822 The Thorough-bass Primer. London, 1818 Companion to the Thorough-bass Primer. London, 1835. Songs, part-songs, etc.
19Burstall, Frederick Hampton, organist, born in Liverpool, January 29, 1851. Studied under Dr Rohner, and in 1870 was appointed organist of Childwall Parish Church. In 1876, he obtained the post of organist at Wallasey Church. When the new Diocese of Liverpool was formed, in 1880, he was elected organist and director of the choir at the Cathedral Church. In 1883, he formed a large special choir for oratorio services, and in 1889 undertook the parochial Sunday services, resigning his post at Wallasey. He is a clever performer, and has given organ recitals at St. George's Hall. He married, in 1875, Mintie, daughter of the late Samuel Martin, shipowner, of Liverpool. His wife is an excellent musician. Of his compositions the principal is a Festival Te Deum; he has also written anthems, motets, songs, and pf. pieces, etc.
21Burton, Avery, English composer, who flourished during the 16th century. His compositions are preserved in MS. in the Music School of Oxford.
23Burton, John, English composer and harpsichord player, born in Yorkshire, in 1730. He studied under Keeble, and died in 1785.
25Works—Ten sonatas for the harpsichord, organ, or pianoforte, Six trios for the harpsichord and violins. Six solos for the harpsichord. Songs, glees, organ music, etc.
27Burton, Robert Senior, organist, pianist, and conductor, born at Dewsbury, Yorkshire,
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