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NYGWPB.761.136
26 Nov 1761:31 (986)
AN ODE.
Argument.
. . . [3 lines]
Britannia, from her rocky seat,
Attentive hears her bards repeat
The deeds of heroes, brave and free,
Who dauntless fought for liberty.
. . . [6 more verses]
The following anthem, composed by Dr. Boyce, for the Royal
wedding, was rehearsed at Mr. Hickford's room. The
instrumental parts by the King's band of musicians, and the
vocal by the gentlemen and children of the Chapel Royal, Mr.
Beard, and the Rev. Mr. Mence of St. Paul's Cathedral
A GRAND FESTAL SYMPHONY.
Chorus.
The King Shall rejoice in thy strength, O Lord! . . .
Duet by Mr. Savage and Mr. Cooper. . . [text for each of
these movements]
Solo by a boy, accompanied by Mr. Vincent on the hautboy.
Solo by Mr. Mence accompanied by Mr. Weideman on the
German flute. . .
Solo by Mr. Beard. . .
Chorus.
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