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Courtly Masquing Ayres (John Adson) The Courtly Masquing Ayres, composed to 5. and 6 parts, for violins, consorts and cornets were written and published in 1621. They were presented to George, Marquesse of Buckingham and were the first of their kind ever printed. The Ayres were presented in a collection and comprise around 31 pieces described as "lively dances for violin consorts" and also include the first English piece scored for trombone or sackbut. Recordings Ludwig Guettler Brass Ensemble Courtly Masquing Ayres Nos. 18, 19 and 20 Capriccio 10 146 (CD: English Brass Music of the 17^th Century) Richard Searles Courtly Masquing Ayres Nos.4 and 5 Sundown SUN-589D (CD: Dream of the Troubadour) Guitar - Richard Searles Guitar - Gilbert Yslas The American Brass Quintet recordings Masquing Ayre Summit DCD 181 (CD: Fyre & Lightning) Sources: http://www.shipbrook.com/jeff/adson.html http://www.virtuallybaroque.com/bioadson.htm http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sackbut

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