But, above all, the soft and pleasing Voice of the fair Sex has irresistible Charms and adds considerably to their Beauty.
If the Voice then has such singular Prerogatives, one must naturally wish its Perfection in musical Performances, and be inclined to forward any thing that may be conducive to that end. This is the reason why I have been more easily prevail'd upon to engage in this Work, in order to make a famous Italian Master, who treats so well on this Subject, familiar to England; and why I presume to offer it to your Protection.
The Part, I bear in it, is not enough to claim any Merit; but my endeavouring to offer to your Perusal what may be entertaining, and of Service, intitles me humbly to recommend myself to your Favour: Who am,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Your most devoted,
And most obedient
Humble Servant,
J. E. Galliard.
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