The British Musical Biography

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Bacon, Richard Mackenzie

[E] Bacon, Richard Mackenzie, author and
editor, born Norwich, 1776. He was editor
of the " Quarterly Musical Magazine and
Review." Died at Norwich, 1844.

[W] Works. -Science and practice of vocal
ornament, London, n.d. Elements of vocal
science, being a philosophical enquiry into
some of the principles of singing. London,
1824. Art of improving the voice and ear,
and of increasing their musical powers on
philosophical principles. London, 1825.

[+] His daughter Louisa Maky Bacon, born at
Norwich, March 4, 1800 ; died February 2,
1885, was also a musician She married a
Mr. Barwell.

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