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Houston Early Music Newsletter
3 Oct 2004 Web Site www.HoustonEarlyMusic.org
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Houston Early Music presents the world's finest period ensembles and soloists ... bringing to life music from the Middle Ages through the Renaissance to the Baroque and Classical periods. Experience with us early music played on original instruments, by musicians reviving performances of the past.
It's almost time for our first concert. If you haven't already subscribed, there is still time to do so and enjoy all the events of our new 2004-2005 season. With outstanding artists such as Emma Kirkby, Julianne Baird, and Chatham Baroque, you won't want to miss a single concert.
See our website for season subscription information http://www.houstonearlymusic.org/tickets.htm
Our Next Concert
FRETWORK with EMMA KIRKBY
Fri., Oct.15, 2004, 8:00 pm
St. Paul’s United Methodist Church
5501 South Main Street7:00 pm, Pre-Concert talk by Richard Campbell
For complete program notes and updated concert information, please see our website http://www.houstonearlymusic.org/2004/kirkby.htm
The Houston Early Music’s 2004-2005 season opens Friday, October 15, 8:00 p.m., at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church with the internationally-renowned viol consort Fretwork and acclaimed soprano Emma Kirkby in a concert of sixteenth- and seventeenth-century English music for viola da gamba and voice.
Since its London debut in 1986, Fretwork has given concerts and broadcasts around the world, made numerous highly successful recordings, set new standards in the performance of the great English music for viol consort, and generated a living repertory for the medium. In addition to frequent appearances throughout Western Europe, the group has visited Russia, Lithuania, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, the USA and Canada. Fretwork’s repertory includes not only works from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, but also entirely new music.
Soprano Emma Kirkby is known worldwide as one the world’s outstanding interpreters of vocal music from the Middle Ages through the 18th century. She has performed with such outstanding orchestras and chamber ensembles as Freiburg Baroque Orchestra, Academy of Ancient Music, the Orchestra of The Age of Enlightenment, Tafelmusik, Studio de Music Ancienne de Montreal, and the Consort of Musicke. Her outstanding musicianship and intelligence, coupled with her brilliant, clear voice make her performances a joy to hear.
Prior to the concert, at 7:00 pm, Richard Campbell, Fretwork member will give pre-concert talk on the history of the viola da gamba and English music written for the instrument..
Tickets prices are $30 for general admission, $25 for seniors and $10 for students (under age 25 with student ID). Free admission for children under 12. Tickets may be purchased at the door or by calling 713-432-1744.
For complete program notes and updated concert information, please see our website http://www.houstonearlymusic.org/2004/kirkby.htm
Upcoming Events
For more information see our website http://www.houstonearlymusic.org/2004/season.htm
A Colonial Christmas
MUSICA PACIFICA with JULIANNE BAIRD
Sat., Dec. 4, 2004, 8:00 p.m.
Christ Church Cathedral
1117 Texas Avenue
BEOWULF
Fri., Feb. 11, 2005, 8:00 p.m.
Trinity Episcopal Church
1015 Holman (at Main)
Hispanic Heritage Series
Españoleta
Fri., Mar. 11, 2005, 8:00 p.m.
St. Paul’s United Methodist Church
5501 South Main Street
Freaks, Macaronis and Vermin
Friday, Apr. 15, 2005, 8:00 p.m.
Christ Church Cathedral
1117 Texas Avenue
Out of the Depths
Fri., May 6, 2005, 8:00 p.m.
Christ the King Lutheran Church
2353 Rice Boulevard
FREE FAMILY CONCERT
ANIMALIA
La Monica
May 7, 2005
For season subscription information, please see http://www.houstonearlymusic.org/tickets.htm
Single tickets may be purchased (beginning two weeks prior to a concert) with credit card by phone at 713-432-1744 or by mail to
Houston Early Music
P.O. Box 271193
Houston TX 77277-1193
Single ticket cost: $30 for standard admission; $25 for seniors and $10 students.
Children 12 or under are admitted FREE!.
Our senior discounts begin at age 60. Students under age of 25, with ID.
Houston Early Music is pleased to welcome new and returning members of the Board of Directors for 2004-5. Look for them at the concerts, and get to know the people who bring you the finest early music in Houston.
Karen Hess Rogers - President
Community Volunteer
Bettie Anderson - Secretary
Community Volunteer
Terence McGovern, Ph.D. – Treasurer
Community Volunteer
Leigh Anderson, Ph.D.
ExxonMobil Chemical Company
Achille Arcidiacono
Achille Arcidiacono Properties
Matthew Dirst, Ph.D.
University of Houston
Rachel Dunlap
Community Volunteer
Richard Husseini
Baker Botts L.L.P.
Laura Kelly
Fulbright & Jaworski, L.L.P.
Hans Kirchner
Community Volunteer
Lili Kirchner
Community Volunteer
Steven Mitby
Susman Godfrey L.L.P.
Ed Rinehart
Community Volunteer
Lee Seureau
Community Volunteer
Pamela Smith-Devine
Community Volunteer
Susan Teich
Community Volunteer
Birgitt Van Wijk
Sculptor
Artistic Director
Nancy Ellis
Executive Director
Helga Aurisch, Ph.D.
About Houston Early Music
Houston Early Music is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to further the appreciation and performance of early music of the European traditions and other world cultures, presenting internationally famous musicians playing original instruments in historically-informed performances. In addition we reach out to new and diverse audiences through an educational outreach program on the elementary, secondary, college, and community levels.
You may reach us at
Houston Early Music
P.O. Box 271193
Houston TX 77277-1193
Phone 713-432-1744
email info@...
Web http://www.HoustonEarlyMusic.orgOur web site www.HoustonEarlyMusic.org describes the season's offerings and is a timely source for detailed information on concerts and events throughout the year. If you would like to receive our season program printed brochure, please email or call us. Season subscriptions (six concerts) are $140 standard, $100 seniors/students. A three-concert mini-pass is available for $70/$50.
Volunteer Opportunities
If you would like to help bring the joy of early music to Houston, and to get to know the folks behind the scenes, please call or email us. Our Volunteer Coordinator will contact you to find ways you can get involved. It takes more than excellent musicians to make the music: it won't happen without the invaluable effort of ushers, envelope stuffers, concert assistants, ticket takers, reception hosts ... and many more people just like you. If you love the music and have some time to give, please let us know.
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