Soprano Michele Kennedy writes about two profoundly moving experiences in her musical life. ‘For aspiring young musicians, seeing their own image reflected back from the stage can be life-altering.’ And, as an artist, ‘being that example for others to see…’
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The ‘early music’ movement is at an artistic crossroads and the field seems to be pushed and pulled in many directions. In ‘Music in the 21st Century,’ an array of authors dissect the recent past and consider the future for historical performance. It’s a stimulating collection of essays on topics familiar and unexpected.
Early Music’s Future? A New Book Asks and Answers Read More »
Beverley & East Riding Early Music Festival returns for their 37th festival with a celebration of the Georgian heritage of this historic English town. Friday 23– Sunday 25 May 2025 The major strand of this year’s programme looks at Beverley through the eyes of 18th century diarist and gentlemen John Courtney, reflecting on the music
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BEMF returns in 2025 with keyboard virtuoso Francesco Corti and the BEMF Chamber Ensemble on February 8 and AGAVE with countertenor Reginald Mobley on February 14 ARTISTS: Francesco Corti, harpsichord & organBoston Early Music Festival Chamber EnsembleRobert Mealy, Director Robert Mealy, concertmaster; Sarah Darling, violin; Laura Jeppesen, viola; Phoebe Carrai, violoncello; Heather Miller Lardin, double bass; Debra Nagy & Kathryn Montoya, oboe;
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The moniker “troubadour” stirs the modern imagination like no other Medieval vocation. A smart new book offers concise studies of some of the most famous troubadours, offering thoughtful observations on poetic style alongside vivid descriptions of the historical context that shaped the tradition.
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Two musicians with Deep South connections recently launched a Facebook group, hoping to encourage the small and far-flung scene. Over the holidays, they came together for the first time in an afternoon jam. Baroque violinist Lindsey Tootle, an Alabama native, sends a session report.
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If you’re in Europe, hoping to hear a deluxe celebration of Palestrina’s 500th birthday, go to the Duomo in Milan. In North America, the biggest Palestrina 2025 party will be in Grand Rapids, Mich., where an ambitious Catholic church will host a dozen ensembles, from the Tallis Scholars and Gesualdo Six to their own parish choirs — and all of it sung at regular Mass services.
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We are offering a Consort Studio in central New Jersey, monthly sessions in ensemble playing for intermediate and above recorder players to play with one another and other instruments under a skilled conductor, with professional accompaniment. These events will be led by conductor, recorder player, and harpsichordist, Steven Russell (see below). It is an opportunity
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Venice, Italy (4 November, 2024) – A gala concert on November 16, 2024 is the first modern performance of Baroque musical works identified at Montagu Music Collection, Boughton House, UK by American soprano Liesl Odenweller. Works by composers Hasse, Leo, Porpora and Porta, have been brought back from obscurity and will be performed by Venice Music Project at Scuola Grande dei Carmini in
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Venice, Italy (4 November, 2024) – A gala concert on November 16, 2024 is the first modern performance of Baroque musical works identified at Montagu Music Collection, Boughton House, UK by American soprano Liesl Odenweller. Unheard after 300 years, works by composers Hasse, Leo, Porpora and Porta, have been brought back from obscurity and will be performed by Venice Music Project, at Scuola Grande dei Carmini in the Tiepolo Hall at 19:00.
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