IN CELEBRATION OF OUR 20TH SEASON, MusicSources presents eight concerts and five lectures illuminating Spanish music from the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment. We also look at Spain's influence on Europe and the New World.
All events are at MusicSources in Berkeley on Sundays at 5:00 pm except where noted *.
Tickets to all events are:
- $18 for non-members
- $15 for members, seniors and students
(excluding May 4, 2007 or where noted)
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- $60 Non-members
- $50 Members
(excluding May 4, 2007)
Kathleen McIntosh, harpsichord
Sunday, October 8, 2006 - 5pm
Beloved Santa Fe harpsichordist Kathleen McIntosh and Friends will present a rarely heard quintet for keyboard and strings, brilliant sonatas, and a spirited concerto for two harpsichords, assisted by Gilbert Martinez.
MusicSources Debut Series:
The 2006 Laurette Goldberg Scholarship Recipient
Sunday, November 12, 2006 - 5pm
A recent graduate of Stanford University and now a student at Longy, Mahan is quickly establishing himself internationally as a stunning young virtuoso. Here he presents a dazzling selection of Scarlatti sonatas, paired with the electric Fandango by Luigi Boccherini for two harpsichords and castanets!
Sunday, November 19, 2006 - 5:30 pm
* Note venue:
St. Alban's Episcopal Church
1501 Washington Ave., Albany
MusicSources is privileged to present the eminent conductor, scholar, harpsichordist and early music pioneer Alan Curtis in this exiting solo appearance. Maestro Curtis shares his artistry in the 4th and 6th Partitas of Johann Sebastian Bach.
Alan Curtis will also present a master class on Sunday, November 5, 2006.
Tim Rayborn, Lily Storm, and Shira Kammen
Sunday, January 21, 2007 - 5 pm
Medieval specialist Tim Rayborn and colleagues explore music of the Moorish, Jewish and Christian traditions in Spain, including a performance of the Galician-Portuguese "Cantigas de Amigo."
Sunday, February 25, 2007 - 5 pm
Exotic 17th century music for arpa doblada by Neapolitan master Trabaci is highlighted by selections from Ribayaz's Luz Y Norte, a collection of music from Spain, Africa, and the New World. Assisted by Peter Maund and Gilbert Martinez.
Elisabeth LeGuin, baroque cello
Sunday, March 11, 2007 - 5 pm
Distinguished baroque cellist and musicologist Elisabeth LeGuin and Friends invite us to a world of musical and carnal pleasures, via the sensual music of Luigi Boccherini, one of the Enlightenment's greatest geniuses. Our reception will feature sangria and chocolate!
Sunday, April 22, 2007 - 5 pm
Celebrated throughout Europe, UK harpsichordist Cerasi makes her much anticipated Bay Area debut. Her program will feature music from her award winning recording of Manuel Blasco de Nebra.
