John Heptinstall

John Heptinstall is a little-known figure from the history of music publishing, best known for compiling a catalog of musical scores and books printed and sold by Henry Playford in 1692. The catalog includes works by well-known composers like Henry Purcell, and provides insight into the musical tastes of the time, including popular operas, instrumental works, and vocal pieces. While Heptinstall’s name is not well-known in music history, his catalog provides a fascinating snapshot of the music industry in late 17th-century England.