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Published March 7, 2016
Click to read the Spring 2016 Issue (must be logged in to view content). On The Cover: “A recent press trip to Israel piqued my interest in that fascinating country’s early-music scene. Israel is at once ancient and new, like so much of what we are trying to do in our field, and I was curious about the history of the early-music revival, the active and retired performers and teachers, and the challenges facing musicians and presenters today.” -Judith Malafronte
Recent EMA Features
‘Versailles Spectacles’ Celebrates 400
Versailles, celebrating its 400th anniversary, attracts some seven million tourists each year. The Versailles Spectacles, a private corporation, sells millions of tickets to its deluxe entertainments: from fireworks and fountains to horse shows and DJ techno under the stars -- and all of it helps subsidize the palace's Opéra Royal.
Why Attend a Summer Workshop?
Anne Timberlake, guest editor for this week's E-Notes newsletter, has compiled everything you need to know to get started at an early-music summer workshop. A veteran recorder player and teacher, Timberlake says these workshops are all about making music in community. But what can you expect from the experience? She has some answers.
In Memoriam: James Nicolson
We remember harpsichordist and virginalist James Nicolson, who passed away last week. He was lauded as one of the most esteemed figures in America's early-music community.
