Robert Dowland

Robert Dowland (c. 1591 – 1641) was an English lutenist and composer. He was the son of the lutenist and composer John Dowland, who wrote almost 90 lute songs and other pieces written for the lute.[1] Robert Dowland wrote only a few known compositions, including several in Varietie of Lute Lessons.

In 1610 he published two collections of music, A Varietie of Lute Lessons and A Musical Banquet (an anthology of work by other composers including his father). In 1626 his father died and Robert succeeded him as royal lutenist.[2]

  1. ^ Grapes, K. Dawn (2020). John Dowland: A Research and Information Guide. New York: Routledge. pp. 11–23. ISBN 9780367784935.
  2. ^ Poulton, Diana, and Robert Spencer (2001). "Dowland, Robert". Grove Music Online.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)