Composer

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Tobias Hume

Genre

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Miscellaneous

Style

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Miscellaneous

Compose Date

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1605

Captain Humes Poeticall Musicke is a collection of instrumental music composed by Tobias Hume, a Scottish composer and viol player who lived in England during the late Renaissance period. The collection was published in London in 1607 and is considered one of the most important works of English instrumental music from the early 17th century. The collection consists of 117 pieces, divided into three sections or "movements." The first movement contains 44 pieces for solo viol, the second movement contains 29 pieces for two viols, and the third movement contains 44 pieces for three or four viols. The pieces are mostly dances, such as pavans, galliards, and almaines, but also include fantasias and other instrumental forms. One of the most distinctive characteristics of Hume's music is its use of unconventional tunings and techniques for the viol. Hume was known for his experimentation with different tunings and for his use of techniques such as left-hand pizzicato and "divisions," or rapid runs of notes. His music also often features unusual rhythmic patterns and unexpected harmonies. Another notable aspect of Hume's music is its expressive and emotional quality. Many of the pieces have evocative titles, such as "A Souldiers Resolution," "The Spirit of Gambo," and "A Pavin for a Sleeping Beauty." Hume's music is often described as melancholic or introspective, reflecting the emotional turmoil of the time period in which it was composed. Captain Humes Poeticall Musicke premiered in London in 1607 and was well-received by audiences and critics alike. It remains an important work in the history of English instrumental music and is still performed and recorded today.

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