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Music and Theatre in Handel's World
James Harris (1709-80) was an author of philosophical treatises and an enthusiastic amateur musician who directed the concerts and music festivals at Salisbury for nearly fifty years. His family and social circle had close connections with London's music-making: his brother was a witness toHandel's will, and his correspondents sent him lively reports on all aspects of musical life in the capital-opera, oratorio, concerts, but also about the leading performers, music copyists, and instrument makers. In 1761 Harris became a member of Parliament and thereafter divided his time betweenLondon and Salisbury. His letters and diaries provide an unrivalled record of concert- and theatre-going in Lond...
The Sociable Humanist
Using previously inaccessible material, this critical biography of the literary theorist, philosopher of language, and musical impresario James Harris creates a vivid picture of this important figure in eighteenth-century English culture. The author of Three Treatises and Hermes, Harris led a culturally and politically rich and varied life. Harris's encounters with the great writers and musicians of the day, including Johnson, Boswell, the Fieldings, Handel, J.C. Bach, and Dr. Charles Burney are brought into focus in this full-length study of eighteenth-century life.
Copies of the Epitaphs in Salisbury Cathedral, Accompanied by Tr. and Notes. With a General Survey of the Other Churches in Salisbury. by J. Harris
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