Instrumental Duet Harpsichord,Instrumental Duet,Piano - Digital Download
SKU: A0.924285
Composed by attrib. Robert Bremner (c.1713 - 1789). Arranged by Ed., by Z.M. Barnes, and with new variations. 20th Century,Baroque,Celtic,Concert. Score and parts. 9 pages. ©Z.M. Barnes & Rising Lark Music #4731873. Published by ©Z.M. Barnes & Rising Lark Music (A0.924285).
Capture your audience with a musical surprise. This piece recollects musical life in the American colonies and pictures harpsichord playing at Mount Vernon.
Maggie Lauder is a catchy, lively Scottish tune, with a humorous set of verses about Maggie's dancing to the piping of a famous Scot bagpiper.
It was a very popular tune for singing or dancing in the American colonies. In fact, the tune took on a new name, Cornwallis Burgoynd, with new words to poke fun at the defeated British general Cornwallis after his troops surrendered to end the American Revolution.
As a harpsichord piece, with variations, it was published by Scots musician Robert Bremner. The family of George Washington at Mount Vernon owned this music, which was probably played by his granddaughter Nelly Custis. New variations have been added.
An interesting addition to any harpsichord program, esp. on patriotic occasions. 4 pp. About 4 min.
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