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First published in 1612

To be sung and plaid with the Lute and Viols.

Harmonie of 3. 4. and 5. parts,

Wherein is contained Musicall

From A Pilgrimes Solace.

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T:XI. Lasso vita mia,
T:CANTUS.
C: John Dowland
H: From A Pilgrimes Solace.
H: Wherein is contained Musicall 
H: Harmonie of 3. 4. and 5. parts,
H: To be sung and plaid with the Lute and Viols.
H: First published in 1612
B: db: -c 4 -b 13
L:1/4
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