In 1652 a collection of entertaining vocal music was printed under this title. Catch is a circular canon for three, four or more voices on mostly jocose lyrics. Delius has transferred a selection of such catches to instruments. The canon playing is a special musical pleasure in independent voice and can loosen up and enliven the instrumental lessons. The melodies of this edition are of vital freshness, easy to understand and play.
| Anonymous: White sand Anonymous: Uxor mea J. Hilton: I poor and well I drink this cup Come follow me call George Come away Let Simon's beard O Ale from Alendo Come jump, O Lord almighty turn Amaryllis Come follow me Come hither boy Now though The spring H. Purcell: Hark the bonny Christ bells call for the recking Sum up all the delights J. Jenkins: A boat, R. Browne: Of honest paints Peter White H. Harington: Hark ding ding Give me Sweet T. Holmes: Prepare your Hearts W. Boyce: A Blooming Youth T. Warren: To Our Musical Club E. Nelham: Slaves to the World O Dick Yonder he goes Anonymus: I'll live tomorrow W. Turner: Say what you please C.J. Lidarti: Su cantiamo H. Carey: Curst be the wretch W. Lawes: The wise men E. Gregory: Fill, fill a brimming glass T. Brewer: Go, damon go J. Baildon: Mr. Speaker My sledge and hammer J. Blewitt: Give the toast W. Bates: Sir, you are a fellow fellow W. Cranford Come hither Tom |
