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Little is known about himself, other than his name and the date "1770" inscribed on the first page of the manuscript. Experts suggest he may have been a professional fiddler, a music teacher, or a dancing master in Newcastle.
Vickers' work has acted as a bridge between the 18th century and modern folk revivals. It was a primary source for the famous 19th-century anthology "Northumbrian Minstrelsy" Little is known about himself, other than his
: Includes a mix of local Northumbrian pipe and fiddle tunes, alongside melodies from Scotland, France, and other parts of England. Types of Tunes : Jigs and Reels Rants (a signature rhythm of the North-East) Hornpipes (both common and triple-time) Country Dances ⭐ Why It Is Highly Rated (Review Summary) Little is known about himself