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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1937-1941

ARCH.2013.5.3, Rendition: 793370

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The image displays an open page from a book or program, likely from a university setting, specifically Harvard University. The left page is titled "Crimson, Dec. 5, 1958" and features an article headlined "COLOGNE TRIO TO GIVE CONCERT ON THURSDAY." The article discusses a concert by the Cologne Chamber Music Trio, which includes Karl Piltzer on harpsichord, Carl Schwalbe on viola da gamba, and Reinhard Fritsche on recorder flute. The concert is scheduled to take place at the Germanic Museum on Thursday, December 11th, at 8:15 p.m. The program includes works by Bach, Frederick the Great, Haydn, and others. The article provides details about the instruments, which are authentic period instruments, and the musicians' backgrounds.

The right page, dated "December 8, 1958," features a similar announcement titled "Gazette" about the same concert, providing additional details such as the program, which includes works by Vivaldi, J.S. Bach, and other composers. The bottom section of the right page includes an invitation from the Germanic Museum at Harvard University, detailing the concert and other events, such as a lecture on German church music and an exhibition on the Christmas theme in German engravings and woodcuts from the 15th and 16th centuries. The page concludes with an invitation to the public to attend these events.

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The image displays a newspaper page from December 5, 1938, featuring two articles about a concert by the Cologne Chamber Music Trio.

Left Side:
The article titled "Cologne Trio to Give Concert on Thursday" describes the performance scheduled at the Germanic Museum at Harvard University. The trio will perform on a harpsichord, viola da gamba, and recorder flute, playing classical pieces by composers such as Bach, Haydn, Mozart, Vivaldi, and others. The concert is part of their first tour of the United States, and the trio includes Karl Pillny (harpsichord), Karl Schwamberger (viola da gamba), and Reinhard Pritsche (recorder flute). The concert is presented under the auspices of the Division of Music and the Germanic Museum.

Right Side:
The article titled "Concert by the Cologne Chamber Music Trio" provides a detailed schedule of the program and the performers. The concert is set for Thursday, December 8th, at 8:15 p.m. at the Germanic Museum. The program includes:

  • Trio Sonata in E minor for flute, viola da gamba, and harpsichord by Antonio Vivaldi.
  • Trio Sonata in C minor for flute and harpsichord by Frederick the Great.
  • Harpsichord solos by J.S. Bach.
  • Toccata by J.S. Bach.
  • Gavotte by an unknown master.
  • Trio in D major for flute, viola da gamba, and harpsichord by Haydn.
  • Sonata for viola da gamba and figured bass by Heinrich Ignaz Franz Biber.
  • Pieces de Clavecin (Clavichord pieces) by Philippe Rameau.

The concert is open to the public and is organized by the Division of Music, the Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures, and the Germanic Museum.

Additionally, there are announcements below the concert details:

  • "Deutsche Kirchliche Baukunst im 13. Jahrhundert" lecture by Professor Paul Frank, scheduled for December 9th.
  • An exhibition titled "The Christmas Theme in German Engravings and Woodcuts from the 15th and 16th Centuries," running from December 8th to January 15th.

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The image displays a page from an old newspaper or a program, specifically dated December 5, 1938. It contains announcements and details about a concert by the Cologne Chamber Music Trio.

Headline:

  • "COLOGNE TRIO TO GIVE CONCERT ON THURSDAY"

Main Content:

  • The concert is scheduled to take place on Thursday, December 8, at 8:15 PM in the Germanic Museum, under the auspices of the Division of Music, the Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures, and the Germanic Museum, Harvard University.
  • The trio consists of:
    • Carl Pillney, playing the harpsichord.
    • Carl Schwamberger, playing the viola da gamba.
    • Reinhard Fritsche, playing the recorder flute.

Program:

  • The concert features works by several composers:
    • Antonio Vivaldi: Trio Sonata in E minor for Flute, Viola da Gamba, and Harpsichord.
    • Frederick the Great: Trio Sonata in C minor for Flute and Harpsichord.
    • William Boyce: Trio Sonata in C minor for Harpsichord and Flute.
    • J.S. Bach: Harpsichord Solos including the Toccata, Gavotte, and Presto for Music-Box.
    • Unknown Master: Haydn's works.
    • Quantz: Trio Sonata in D major for Flute, Viola da Gamba, and Harpsichord.
    • Henry Eccles: Pieces de Clavecin en Concert for Harpsichord.
    • Philippe Rameau: Flute and Viola da Gamba.

Additional Details:

  • The concert is presented as part of a tour, marking the trio's first visit to the United States.
  • The Cologne Chamber Music Trio is introduced as a renowned ensemble known for their performances of classical music, including works by Bach, Frederick the Great, Haydn, Vivaldi, and others.
  • The concert includes authentic period instruments, such as the harpsichord, which is an exact reproduction of an old harpsichord.

Location and Invitation:

  • The concert is to be held in the Germanic Museum, Harvard University.
  • The public is cordially invited to attend.

Additional Events:

  • The bottom part of the page lists other events:
    • A lecture titled "Deutsche Kirchliche Baukunst im 13. Jahrhundert" by Professor Paul Frankl, scheduled for December 9th at 4:00 PM.
    • An exhibition titled "The Christmas Theme in German Engravings and Woodcuts of the 15th and 16th Centuries," running from December 8 to January 15.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from December 5, 1938, titled "Cologne Trio to Give Concert on Thursday." The article provides details about a concert featuring the Cologne Chamber Music Trio, consisting of Carl Pilney (harpsichord), Carl Schwamberger (viola da gamba), and Reinhard Fritsche (recorder flute).

Key Details:

  • Date and Time: The concert is scheduled for Thursday evening, December 8, at 8:15 p.m.

  • Venue: The event will take place in the German Museum at Harvard University.

  • Program: The concert will include pieces by various composers such as Bach, Vivaldi, Boyce, Haydn, and others.

    • Works include:
      • Trio Sonata in E minor for flute, viola da gamba, and harpsichord by Antonio Vivaldi.
      • Trio Sonata in C minor by William Boyce.
      • March and Gavotte by J.S. Bach.
      • Trio Sonata in D major by Quantz.
      • Pieces by Henry Eccles, Philippe Rameau, and an unknown master.
  • Musical Background:

    • The trio is making its first tour of the United States, having previously performed in major European capitals and at the Paris Exhibition.
    • The members are renowned for their expertise in historical instruments and period performance practices.
    • The concert is presented by the Division of Music, the Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures, and the Germanic Museum.
  • Additional Information:

    • The article mentions that the harpsichord used by Carl Pilney is an exact reproduction of an old harpsichord, highlighting the historical authenticity of the performance.
    • The concert is open to the public.
  • Other Events:

    • The clipping also includes information about another lecture titled "DEUTSCHE KIRCHLICHE BAUKUNST IM 13. JAHRHUNDERT" by Professor Paul Frankl on December 9th at 4:00 p.m.
    • An exhibition titled "THE CHRISTMAS THEME IN GERMAN ENGRAVINGS AND WOODCUTS OF THE 15TH AND 16TH CENTURIES" is scheduled from December 8 to January 15.

The clipping emphasizes the cultural and academic significance of the concert and other events hosted by Harvard University.

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The image shows a concert program and announcement from the Gazette, dated December 5, 1958. Here are the details:

Concert Announcement:
The Cologne Trio (Cologne Chamber Music Trio) will give a concert at the Germanic Museum on Thursday evening, December 8, at 8:15 PM. This concert is organized under the auspices of the Division of Music at Harvard University's Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures.

Program:
The trio will perform the following pieces:

  • Trio Sonata in E minor for Flute, Viola da Gamba, and Harpsichord by Antonio Vivaldi
  • Sonata in C minor for Flute and Harpsichord by Frederick the Great (Friedrich II)
  • Trio Sonata in G minor for Two Violins and Continuo by Johann Joachim Quantz
  • Trio in D major for Flute, Viola da Gamba, and Harpsichord by Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
  • Quartet in D major for Flute, Viola da Gamba, Harpsichord, and an unknown composer's piece

Performers:

  • Karl Pilney: Harpsichord
  • Carl Schwanberger: Viola da Gamba
  • Reinhard Fritsche: Recorder Flute

Additional Information:

  • The Cologne Trio is noted for being the first of its kind in the United States to perform on authentic period instruments.
  • The concert will feature a harpsichord, viola da gamba, and recorder flute, which are historically accurate instruments for the music being performed.

Other Events:

  • Lecture: On Friday, December 9, at 4:00 PM, there will be a lecture by Professor Paul Fank, formerly of the University of Halle, titled "Deutsche Kirchliche Baukunst im 11. Jahrhundert" (German Ecclesiastical Architecture in the 11th Century).
  • Exhibition: An exhibition on "The Christmas Theme in German Engravings and Woodcuts of the 15th and 16th Centuries" will be held from December 8 to January 15.

Location:
The events will take place at the Germanic Museum, Harvard University.

Public Invitation:
The public is cordially invited to attend these events.

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The image shows a page from a book or a journal, dated December 5, 1958, featuring an announcement for a concert by the Cologne Chamber Music Trio at the Germanic Museum, Harvard University. The concert is scheduled for Thursday evening and is open to the public.

The Cologne Chamber Music Trio consists of:

  • Karl Pillney on harpsichord
  • Reinhard Frische on recorder and flute
  • Ursula Pillney on viola da gamba

The program includes:

  1. Trio Sonata in E minor for Flute, Viola da Gamba, and Harpsichord by Antonio Vivaldi
  2. Sonata in C minor for Flute and Harpsichord by Frederick the Great
  3. Trio Sonata in G minor for Harpsichord Solo by William Boyce
  4. March by J.S. Bach
  5. Toccata by J.S. Bach
  6. Prelude for Music Box by Haydn
  7. Trio Sonata in D major for Flute, Viola da Gamba, and Harpsichord by Quantz
  8. Sonata for Viola da Gamba and Figured Bass (Harpsichord) by Henry Eccles
  9. Piece for Flute and Viola da Gamba by Philippe Rameau

The announcement also mentions that the trio is touring the United States under the auspices of the Division of Music, the Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures, and the Germanic Museum. The trio is known for performing works by Bach, Frederick the Great, Haydn, Vivaldi, and others.

Additionally, the page includes information about a lecture by Professor Paul Frankl of the University of Paris on "Deutsche Kirchliche Baukunst im 13. Jahrhundert" (German Church Architecture in the 13th Century) on Friday afternoon, December 5, at the Germanic Museum. There is also an exhibition titled "The Christmas Theme in German Engravings and Woodcuts of the 15th and 16th Centuries" running from December 1 to January 15. The public is cordially invited to these events.

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The image displays an open book or booklet with a page visible on the right side and part of the left side of the spread. The right page shows an article or announcement with the title "COLOGNE TRIO TO GIVE CONCERT ON THURSDAY" written in bold at the top. The article mentions a trio consisting of performers on the harpsichord, recorder flute, and viola da gamba, who will interpret classics at the Germanic Museum on Thursday evening. There is a schedule or a program of the pieces to be performed listed, including works by Telemann, Vivaldi, J.S. Bach, and others, as well as the performers' names.

Below the article, there's a section titled 'Germanic Museum, Harvard University' that announces events such as a Cologne Chamber Music Trio concert, a lecture by Professor Paul Frankl, and an exhibition featuring German engravings and woodcuts from the 15th and 16th centuries. The page layout includes different types and sizes of fonts, with some parts in a bold typeface for emphasis.

The left page seems to contain the continuation or another part of the booklet, but it's only partially visible and the text is not entirely legible. The book or booklet is slightly aged, suggesting this is a historical document, evidenced by the date "Dec. 5, 1935" at the top of the right page. The overall appearance indicates that this might be an archive or library material, possibly from a collection or a catalog of such events.

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The image shows an open book or scrapbook with several newspaper clippings and a printed announcement pasted onto its pages.

On the left page, at the top, there's a newspaper clipping from the "Crimson" dated December 5, 1938, with the headline "COLOGNE TRIO TO GIVE CONCERT ON THURSDAY." It details a concert by the Cologne Chamber Music Trio at the Germanic Museum and mentions the members and their instruments: harpsichord, viola da gamba, and recorder flute. The clipping discusses the repertoire consisting of pieces by composers such as Bach, Vivaldi, Haydn, and a pictorial description of the instruments involved.

In the center, another text labeled "Gazette" describes more specifics about the concert, listing the members of the trio—Carl Pinhey, Reinhard Fischer, and Carl Schwemmer—and the program they will perform, featuring works by Vivaldi, Frederick the Great, J.S. Bach, Haydn, Quantz, and Henry Eccles.

At the top right, a smaller newspaper clipping reiterates that the Cologne Chamber Music Trio will play at the Germanic Museum under the auspices of the Division of Music of Harvard, performing pieces by Vivaldi, Bach, Haydn, Eccles, Frederick the Great, and an unknown composer.

At the bottom of the left page, there's a printed announcement from the Germanic Museum, Harvard University, inviting the public to three events:

  1. The Cologne Chamber Music Trio concert on Thursday evening, December 8th.
  2. A talk by Professor Paul Frankl on German church architecture on Friday afternoon, December 9th.
  3. An exhibition on "The Christmas Theme in German Engravings and Woodcuts of the 15th and 16th Centuries" from December 8th to January 15th.

The announcement is clearly inviting the public to attend these cultural events held at Harvard University.

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The image shows a scrapbook or album page containing several newspaper clippings and announcements related to a concert by the Cologne Chamber Music Trio. The events are dated around early December 1938 and are associated with the Germanic Museum at Harvard University. The clippings describe a concert featuring music played on harpsichord, recorder flute, and viola da gamba.

The larger clipping on the left, dated December 5, 1938, announces the Cologne Trio concert scheduled for Thursday at the Germanic Museum. It mentions the trio's instruments and members: Karl Pillney (harpsichord), Carl Schwamberger (viola da gamba), and Reinhard Fritsche (recorder flute). It highlights that the trio plays period music and will perform works from composers such as Bach, Frederick the Great, Haydn, Rameau, and Vivaldi. The text explains the use of authentic period instruments, emphasizing the unique sound of the harpsichord.

To the right, there is a typed program listing the concert repertoire, naming specific sonatas and pieces by composers including Antonio Vivaldi, Frederick the Great, J.S. Bach, Haydn, Quantz, Henry Eccles, and Phillipe Rameau.

A small clipped paragraph from a Gazette reports on the concert and offers details about the trio members and the program, noting that the concert is open to the public.

At the bottom is an invitation from the Germanic Museum, Harvard University, for the Cologne Chamber Music Trio concert on December 8 at 8:15 pm. It also mentions a lecture on Germanic church construction and an exhibition on Christmas themes in German engravings and woodcuts.

Overall, the page preserves historical notices promoting a classical music concert that showcases period music and instruments at Harvard's Germanic Museum in 1938.

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The image shows an open book with several pages displaying a program for a concert. The pages are printed with black text on white paper. The left page has a title that reads "Cologne Trio to Give Concert on Thursday." Below the title, there is a list of performers and their instruments, including harpsichord, recorder flute, and viola da gamba. The text also mentions that the concert will be held at the Germanic Museum. The right page contains a program for the concert, including the names of the composers and their works. The text also mentions that the concert will be held under the auspices of the Division of Music, the Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures, and the Germanic Museum.