The First Book of Songs (1597)

The First Book of Songs (title in Early Modern English: First Booke of Songes or Ayres) is a collection of 21 songs by John Dowland, which also includes one instrumental piece. The book was first published in London in 1597 and was reprinted several times, "Newly corrected and amended", during the composer's lifetime.

The first edition was printed by Peter Short. It contains a dedication to the Lord Chamberlain, Sir George Carey, Baron Hunsdon, and his wife Elizabeth, Lady Hunsdon (née Elizabeth Spencer).

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