Tobias Hume

Tobias Hume was an English composer and viol player who lived during the late Renaissance and early Baroque periods. He is known for his compositions for the viol, an early string instrument popular in the 16th and 17th centuries. Hume's works include solo viol pieces and songs, often characterized by their expressive and sometimes unconventional style.

He died on April 16, 1645. His contributions to early English music are noted for their originality and technical demands on performers, reflecting the evolving musical tastes of his time.