ABSTRACT
Over the course of his career, and particularly after about 1550, Gardano frequently acted as both printer and publisher of editions he produced. Acting as printer, Gardano would be paid by the composer, a patron, or both, thus relieving him of financial responsibility for the edition. However, as publisher he underwrote at least part of the cost of an edition himself, hoping for a return on his investment when the book appeared on the market. The chances are good that he worked at other times with a silent partner who shouldered a part of the financial risk (and potential profits). 1
