(Vancouver, BC) – Whether March comes in like a Lion or a Lamb, we can all agree that we cannot wait for the official start to Spring on March 21st. The arrival of Spring is a time for rejoicing and Mother Nature displays her blossom finery while birds serenade us with their spring songs. This […]
Angelic Music Heralds Spring at Early Music Vancouver Read More »
Lyracle Presents In Sweetest Sympathy In Sweetest Sympathy will showcase the lyra viol, complete with sympathetic strings, and provide a unique opportunity to hear two of the few such instruments in the world. The term lyra viol describes a specific style of playing that developed in 17th century England as well as a type of
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ARTEK, based in New York City and with a stellar reputation as one of America’s top early music ensembles, presents its 38th season of concerts of musically significant, rarely-heard repertoire performed on period instruments in historical style, featuring the finest early music artists. “Deeply considered, beautifully sung…consistently polished, finely balanced performances.” – Allan Kozinn, The
ARTEK to present “Music from the Habsburg Court” in NYC on February 16 Read More »
Ancient and modern artforms come together to create a new work for a modern world. Seattle, WA ‑ Early Music Seattle is thrilled to present Pas de Deux (French: “step for two”), with Seattle Baroque and Whim W’Him Contemporary Dance. This concert will have two performances, Friday evening, February 10 and Sunday, February 12 for
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Navigating the pandemic with a toddler in tow, the author had few problems in public spaces — till they were kicked out of an early-music concert.
Who’s Invited to Early Music? A Mother’s Take on Audience Inclusivity Read More »
(Vancouver, BC) – Let’s face it – winter in Vancouver can be dreary. The grey skies and endless rain can dampen the spirits of even the most positive people. Early Music Vancouver (EMV) is coming to the rescue with four bright and lively concerts (two live and two digital) over the next six weeks that
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Music for solemn occasions has long called for the dark gravitas of a brass ensemble. With its latest recording, Belgium-based period-instrument ensemble InAlto focuses on an especially rich period in the genre’s history.
Recording Review: The Occasional Sound of German Brass Read More »
ARTEK’s first holiday program since the pandemic presents Vivaldi’s blockbuster Four Seasons, featuring ARTEK’s violin leader, Cynthia Freivogel with the ARTEK Baroque Orchestra (Gwendolyn Toth, director). Ms. Freivogel is known on YouTube for her performances of the Four Seasons, garnering over 30 million views. Now, ARTEK is bringing the chance to hear her perform this
ARTEK presents the “Four Seaons” with Cynthia Freivogel at New Years! Read More »
There are more makers, repairers, and restorers of harpsichords and clavichords in North America than one might expect. A number of these experts were happy to share their philosophies on instrument making.
Instrument Makers with Pluck Read More »
Among the world’s great sopranos, Dame Emma Kirkby’s career spans nearly 50 years, and a discography of more than 100 recordings. Her trailblazing contribution revived audiences for the elegant beauties of early Baroque and Renaissance classical music. The winner of the Queen’s Medal for Music is joined on November 11 at 7:30 p.m. by her
Dame Emma Kirkby, soprano & Jakob Lindberg, lute – Performance and Master Class Read More »
