The Twenty Tests for Applicants for the Post of Choirmaster at Toledo Cathedral in 1604

The Twenty Tests for Applicants for the Post of Choirmaster at Toledo Cathedral in 1604

#1 [Improvise] free [suelto] counterpoint on a plainsong in the bass, as well as concerted [counterpoint], showing two voices on the [Guidonian] hand and singing another ...
Source:
Cacophony! Reimagining Historical Voices
Judith Davidoff, Master of Long-Dormant Instruments, Dies at 94

Judith Davidoff, Master of Long-Dormant Instruments, Dies at 94

A master of the viola da gamba and other stringed instruments, she was a central part of the early-music scene ...
Source:
The New York Times
‘There’s nothing like a good bass-line!’- the role of a continuo player in Baroque music

‘There’s nothing like a good bass-line!’- the role of a continuo player in Baroque music

Cellist of the CBSO Baroque Ensemble Jackie Tyler MBE shares her insights on the role of a continuo player, as well as how working with wind players and her Baroque ...
Source:
The Strad
‘They deserve a place in history’: music teacher makes map of female composers

‘They deserve a place in history’: music teacher makes map of female composers

Interactive tool features more than 500 women who are often forgotten in the classical music world ...
Source:
The Guardian
Demystifying the Dazzling Variety of Historical Bows and How to Find the Right One

Demystifying the Dazzling Variety of Historical Bows and How to Find the Right One

Understanding the history of bows will help guide you in your quest for just the right style of bow for you, and you might find it worth your while to ...
Source:
Strings Magazine

Have an interesting article or information about your organization to share? Send It to EMA!

Scroll to Top