A miscellaneous collection of hymn-tunes, psalm-tunes and anthems, most attributed to Welsh composers, probably first compiled in the early nineteenth century but with manuscript and printed additions up to c. 1900 (watermarks 1817 (f. 34), 1825 (f. 59), 1829 (f. 73), 1835 (f. 27); ff. 41, 45 are printed), and including works attributed to John Williams, Dolgellau (ff. 8, 10 verso-12 verso, 40 verso) and Evan Davies, Llanymddyfri (ff. 25 verso-6). Accompanying words, where present, are in Welsh.
Tune book,
This material is held atNational Library of Wales / Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru
- Reference
- GB 210 Cwrtmawr Music MS 14 [RESTRICTED ACCESS].
- Alternative Id.(alternative) vtls006067515
- Dates of Creation
- [c. 1800-c. 1900].
- Language of Material
- Musical notation, Welsh, English.
- Physical Description
- 73 ff. ; 105 x 205 mm. and less. Many single leaves, bifolia and gatherings added to the original volume, and now loose between paper covers.
- Location
- DE/SOUTH SA/OPEN SHELVESARCH/MSS (GB0210)
Scope and Content
Access Information
Access to the original manuscript by authorised permission only. Readers are directed to use surrogate copies.
Note
Title based on contents.
Preferred citation: Cwrtmawr Music MS 14 [RESTRICTED ACCESS].
Alternative Form Available
Available on microfilm at the Library.
Conditions Governing Use
Usual copyright laws apply.
Custodial History
Signatures of Robert Davies (f. 43 recto-verso), David Richards, Darowen (f. 5 verso) and his brother, Reverend Thomas Richards, Llangynyw, Montgomeryshire [1826x1855] (both inside and outside of back cover).
Additional Information
Published