The British Musical Biography

[E] Brewer, Thomas, composer, flourished
during the 17th century [1610-80]. Educated
at Christ's Hospital. He was a performer on
the viol. Dates of birth and death unknown.

[W] Works. — Seven fantasias for the viol ;
Rounds and catches in Hilton's " Catch that
catch can " ; Turn, Amaryllis, to thy Swain,
part-song in Playford's Musical Companion.

[+] The biography of this composer is obscure.
" Turn, Amaryllis," is a well-known and
pretty piece.

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