Description

Airs or Fantastic Spirits is a book of music composed by Thomas Weelkes and published in 1895. The book contains a collection of songs and madrigals, which are short musical compositions for several voices. The songs in this book are written in the English language and are meant to be sung a cappella, without any instrumental accompaniment. The music in this book is known for its lively and playful melodies, as well as its intricate harmonies and counterpoint. Weelkes was a prominent composer of the English Renaissance, and his music was highly regarded during his lifetime. This book is a testament to his skill as a composer and his contributions to the development of English music. It is a valuable resource for musicians, historians, and anyone interested in the music of the Renaissance period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.