Old Scores and New Readings: Discussions on Music & Certain Musicians

Old Scores and New Readings: Discussions on Music & Certain Musicians, published in 1899 by John F. Runciman, is a collection of musical critiques that reassess the contributions of various composers, including Byrde, Purcell, Bach, Handel, Haydn, and Mozart. Runciman defends the legacy of composers he believes have been unjustly overlooked, particularly focusing on the emotional depth and innovation of William Byrde's D minor Mass. This work is notable for its historical analyses and its advocacy for a reevaluation of early English music and its composers.