Henry Carey

Known principally for Sally in our Alley, Henry Carey was both an English poet and composer, born possibly on 4 October 1690 (or in 1687?). His burlesques on Italian opera were popular. He committed suicide (by hanging himself) in London on 5 October 1743.

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