Books by John Harley

Tallis entered the Chapel Royal in the middle of a long life, and remained there for over 40 years. During a colourful period of English history he famously served King Henry VIII and the three of Henry's children who followed him to the throne. This book deals with his life and work.

Includes information about William Byrd's youthful musical training, and reveals how in his adult life his music emerged from a series of overlapping family, business and social networks. This book examines these networks and Byrd's navigation within and between them.