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Back to Bach: Baroque Music Swinging into Modern Times

Presented by Eudaimonia, A Purposeful Period Band at First Parish Church in Cambridge, Cambridge MA

May 12 2023
Back to Bach: Baroque Music Swinging into Modern Times

The music of Bach and other baroque composers have influenced musicians in every genre and this concert will illustrate that with music ranging from Bach to Rameau to John Williams, Dave Brubeck and the Beatles.

Friday, May 12 at 8:00pm in the Barn Room at First Parish in Cambridge, 3 Church Street, Cambridge, MA 02138.

Admission is Pay What You Decide ($20 recommended), information at eudaimonia-music.org.

Baroque tunes have amazing lasting power!  For over 300 years, the music of Bach and other baroque composers have influenced composers of every genre, from Rameau to Stéphane Grappelli, Rebel to John Williams, Marais to Dave Brubeck, Bach to Paul Simon and the Beatles. Eudaimonia brings the full ... view more »

ADMISSION INFO

Friday, May 12 at 8:00pm in the Barn Room at First Parish in Cambridge, 3 Church Street, Cambridge, MA 02138.

Admission is Pay What You Decide ($20 recommended), information at eudaimonia-music.org.

Baroque tunes have amazing lasting power!  For over 300 years, the music of Bach and other baroque composers have influenced composers of every genre, from Rameau to Stéphane Grappelli, Rebel to John Williams, Marais to Dave Brubeck, Bach to Paul Simon and the Beatles. Eudaimonia brings the full sweep to life with their magnificent mélange of period and modern instruments alongside varied voices, curated and arranged by co-director Julia McKenzie.

This concert, supported by a grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, partners with Certified Music Practitioner Rebecca Strauss who will share the sounds and stories of her live therapeutic music work that creates a healing environment for those who are ill, experiencing grief or trauma, or in need of respite.

Performances by Pamela Murray & Shea Brown (sopranos), Carrie Cheron (mezzo-soprano), Matthew Anderson (tenor), Na’ama Lion (baroque flute), Diane Heffner (clarinet & saxophone), Julia McKenzie & Sylvia Schwartz (violins), Anna Griffis & Elisabeth Westner (violas), Rebecca Shaw (cello), Carol Lewis (viola da gamba), and Vivian Montgomery (harpsichord & piano).

Founded in 2014, Eudaimonia, A Purposeful Period Band is directed by early keyboardist Vivian Montgomery and violinist Julia McKenzie, and brings together some of the Boston area’s most creative performers in the historical performance field. As an artistic collective, they build upon shared ideals, ignited spirits, and a desire for healthy collaboration. Eudaimonia’s repertoire spans the early Renaissance through contemporary times and their programs center around vocal, chamber, and orchestral works that speak to the mission of their social action partner organizations. Music of the past serving needs of the present. Further information at eudaimonia-music.org.

Phone: (617) 223-1627

Email: vivian.musicdirector@gmail.com

Additional time info:

Friday, May 12 at 8:00pm in the Barn Room at First Parish in Cambridge, 3 Church Street, Cambridge, MA 02138.

Admission is Pay What You Decide ($20 recommended), information at eudaimonia-music.org.

Baroque tunes have amazing lasting power!  For over 300 years, the music of Bach and other baroque composers have influenced composers of every genre, from Rameau to Stéphane Grappelli, Rebel to John Williams, Marais to Dave Brubeck, Bach to Paul Simon and the Beatles. Eudaimonia brings the full sweep to life with their magnificent mélange of period and modern instruments alongside varied voices, curated and arranged by co-director Julia McKenzie.

 

This concert, supported by a grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, partners with Certified Music Practitioner Rebecca Strauss who will share the sounds and stories of her live therapeutic music work that creates a healing environment for those who are ill, experiencing grief or trauma, or in need of respite.

 

Performances by Pamela Murray & Shea Brown (sopranos), Carrie Cheron (mezzo-soprano), Matthew Anderson (tenor), Na’ama Lion (baroque flute), Diane Heffner (clarinet & saxophone), Julia McKenzie & Sylvia Schwartz (violins), Anna Griffis & Elisabeth Westner (violas), Rebecca Shaw (cello), Carol Lewis (viola da gamba), and Vivian Montgomery (harpsichord & piano).

 

Founded in 2014, Eudaimonia, A Purposeful Period Band is directed by early keyboardist Vivian Montgomery and violinist Julia McKenzie, and brings together some of the Boston area’s most creative performers in the historical performance field. As an artistic collective, they build upon shared ideals, ignited spirits, and a desire for healthy collaboration. Eudaimonia’s repertoire spans the early Renaissance through contemporary times and their programs center around vocal, chamber, and orchestral works that speak to the mission of their social action partner organizations. Music of the past serving needs of the present. Further information at eudaimonia-music.org.

This is a pay what you want concert with a suggested donation of $20.

Use the 3 Church Street entrance at First Parish. Show begins at 8:00 pm.

 

LOCATION

First Parish Church in Cambridge

3 Church Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA 02138

COVID-19 Phased Reopening Details

Face Masks Required: No
Social Distancing: No
Limited Capacity: No
Reservations Required: No
Proof of Vaccination Required: No

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