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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1937-1941

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The image shows a page from a program booklet for a concert hosted by the Cambridge Musical Club at the Germanic Museum on November 20, 1940. The event was held through the courtesy of Harvard College.

The program includes the names of the hostesses:

  • Mrs. George Burton
  • Mrs. E. Meriace Doxo, Jr.
  • Mrs. Thomas H. Eliot
  • Mrs. Thomas Holland
  • Mrs. Ernest Langley
  • Mrs. Emily McFarlane
  • Mrs. Eunice M. Mann
  • Mrs. Wilson M. Randall
  • Mrs. Wilson Vandersark
  • Mrs. Thorne Whites

The recital was performed by Cleora Wood, Soprano, and the program was divided into three parts:

  1. Arias

    • "Ah! Sem, de cette Lyre" by Gluck (1714-1787)
    • "O Slumber, why dost thou leave me (Semele)" by Handel (1685-1759)
    • "El Placerito con Pico de Oro" by Blas de Laserna (1751-1816)
  2. Brahms

    • "Sechs Mädchenlieder"
      • "Nacht"
      • "Ach, und du mein kühles Wasser"
      • "Ach, wie die Jahre rasch vergehen"
      • "Rufe, rufe die Mutter"
      • "Spinnelied"
      • "Ruhe, Süssliebchen"
  3. Fauré

    • "Soir"
    • "Nell"
    • "Chanson"
    • "Le Jardin clos"
    • "Les Berceaux"
    • "Trois Fêtes Galantes"
      • "Le Spectre"
      • "Le Masque"
      • "Les Pêcheurs"
    • "Les Rameaux"

The accompanist was George Keeven, who played a Mason and Hamlin piano. The concert direction was by Axion Raymond. It was noted that in order to comply with the rules of the Germanic Museum, it was required that guests be in the evening dress.

Additionally, there is a smaller section at the bottom of the page listing the "Germanic Museum - Harvard University Concerts - 1941":

  • February 12, 8:15: Concert by Stradivarius Quintet of Harvard, Friends of the Bach Society, and Germanic Museum.
  • February 19, 8:15: Concert by E. Power Biggs, organist at the Church of St. Mary the Virgin, New York.
  • February 24, 8:15: Concert by E. Power Biggs, organist, and members of the Stradivarius Quintet.
  • March 3, 8:15: Concert by E. Power Biggs, organist, and members of the Stradivarius Quintet.
  • March 25, 8:00: Concert of Choral Music sung by the Boychoir of Christ Church, Cambridge, W. Julian Rand, Jr., conductor.
  • April 9, 8:15: Concert by the Stradivarius Quintet of Harvard, Friends of the Bach Society, and Germanic Museum.
  • April 21, 8:15: Organ Recital by Dr. Everett Helm.

There is also a small blue card attached to the bottom right corner of the page, which seems to be related to the Friends of the Germanic Museum for the year 1940-41.

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The image depicts a page from a program booklet for a concert event organized by the Cambridge Musical Club at the Germanic Museum on November 20, 1940.

Here are the key details:

  1. Hostesses:

    • Mrs. George Burton
    • Mrs. E. Miriam Dodds, Jr.
    • Mrs. Thomas Hadley
    • Mrs. Howard Holland
    • Mrs. Ernest Langley
    • Mrs. Emily McFarlane
    • Mrs. Endicott Maran
    • Mrs. Poole Merriman
    • Mrs. Wilson Vandermark
    • Mrs. Thorne Wheeler
  2. Performer:

    • The performance was a recital by Cleora Wood, a soprano.
  3. Program:

    • I. Section:
      • Ariette: Au Sein de cette Lyre (1714-1787) by Gluck
      • O Sleep, why dost thou leave me (Semele) (1685-1759) by Handel
      • El Jilguero con Pico de Oro (1751-1816) by Blas de Láxera
    • II. Section:
      • Sechs Mädchenlieder (Six Girls' Songs) by Brahms
        • Stand das Mädchen
        • Am Jüngsten Tag
        • Auf die Nacht im Spinnstuhl
        • Ruit die Mutter
    • III. Section:
      • Soir, Nell, Le Secret, La Fée aux Chansons by Faure
      • Trois Fêtes Galantes (Three Festive Gallanties) by Debussy
        • Le Vieux Faune
        • Colloque Sentimentale
        • Fantaisies
  4. Musicians:

    • Accompanist: George Reeves
    • Piano: Mason and Hamlin
    • Concert Direction: Aaron Richmond
  5. Additional Notes:

    • The concert was held through the courtesy of Harvard College.
    • There is a note at the bottom stating that the event complies with the rules of the Germanic Museum, specifically requesting no smoking.

Below the concert program, there is an insert listing Germanic Museum-Harvard University Concerts for 1941, detailing specific concerts with dates and performers:

  • February 12, 8:15: Concert by Stradivarius Quartet
  • February 19, 8:15: Organ recital by Dr. Everett Helm
  • February 24, 8:15: Concert by Marci Grandjany, harpsichord; E. Power Biggs, organist; and orchestra of the Elizabeth Sprague Coolidge
  • March 24, 8:15: Concert by E. Power Biggs, organist, and members of Stradivarius Quartet
  • March 28, 8:00: Concert of Easter Day music sung by the boy choir of St. Paul’s Cathedral
  • April 9, 8:15: Concert by Stradivarius Quartet
  • April 21, 8:15: Organ recital by Dr. Everett Helm

A small card on the right side mentions "Friends of the Bach Germanic Museum 1841-41."

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The image shows an open book with two visible pages. The left page features a program for an event held by the Cambridge Musical Club on November 20, 1940, at the Germanic Museum (Harvard College). The event included a recital by Cleora Wood, soprano, and George Reeves, accompanist, with Aaron Richmond directing the concert. The program lists several pieces performed, including works by Gluck, Handel, Blas de Laserna, Brahms, Fauré, and Debussy. The page also lists the hostesses for the event, who included Mrs. George Bunton, Mrs. E. Merrick Dodd, Jr., Mrs. Thomas L. Holland, Mrs. Ernest Langley, Miss Emily McFarlane, Mrs. Endicott Marean, Mrs. Poole Merriman, Mrs. Wilson Vandermark, and Mrs. Thorne Wheeler. There is a note at the bottom indicating that smoking is not allowed in compliance with the rules of the Germanic Museum.

The right page features two items. The top one is a small blue flyer for the "Friends of the Bach Organ" at the Germanic Museum, likely from the 1940-41 season, with a schedule of concerts. The larger item is a page listing concerts at the Germanic Museum for the year 1941, including dates, times, and performers. The listed concerts feature various prominent musicians and groups such as the Stradivarius Quartet, E. Power Biggs, and the Boston Choral Ensemble. The page also includes a small note about the purpose of the concerts and a request for the ticket holder to leave their name if they wish to receive announcements.

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The image is of a program from a musical event hosted by the Cambridge Musical Club on November 20, 1940, at the Germanic Museum (now part of Harvard University).

Event Details:

  • Hostesses:
    • Mrs. George Bumpus
    • Mrs. E. Merritt Goddard, Jr.
    • Mrs. William Guild
    • Mrs. Clifford Holland
    • Mrs. Ernest Langley
    • Miss Emily McFarlane
    • Mrs. Endicott Peabody
    • Mrs. Poole Merriman
    • Mrs. Wilson Vandermark
    • Mrs. Thorne Wheeler

Recital By:

  • Cleora Wood, Soprano

Program:

I.

  • Aria: "Au Sein de cette Lyre" from Semele - Gluck (1714-1787)
  • "O Sleep, Why dost thou leave me" from Semele - Handel (1685-1759)
  • "El Jilguerito con Pico de Oro" - Blas de Laserna (1751-1816)

II.

  • "Sechs Mädchenlieder" (Six Songs for Maidens) - Brahms
    • "Seit ich ihn gesehen" from Frauenliebe und -leben
    • "Wenn ich in deine Augen seh'"
    • "Am Sonntag Morgen"
    • "Ich hab' in deinem Auge"
    • "Aus den Schlüssel'n"
    • "Rastlose Liebe"

III.

  • "Sail Nol" - Fauré
  • "Le Secret" - Fauré
  • "La Fée aux Chansons" - Debussy
  • "Trois Fêtes Galantes" - Debussy
    • "Le Veuix Faune"
    • "Colloque Sentimental"
    • "Fantoches"

Accompanist:

  • George Reeves, on Mason and Hamlin piano

Concert Direction:

  • Aazon Richmond

Additional Information:

  • The audience was requested to comply with the rules of the Germanic Museum, specifically to avoid smoking.

Attached Document:

The image also includes a schedule of concerts at the Germanic Museum for Harvard University in 1941:

  • February 12, 8:15 PM: Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet
  • February 19, 8:15 PM: Organ Recital by Alexander McCurdy
  • February 24, 8:15 PM: Concert by Marcel Grandjany
  • March 24, 8:15 PM: Concert by E. Power Biggs and members of the Stradivarius Quartet
  • March 28, 8:00 PM: Concert of Modern Music
  • April 9, 8:15 PM: Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet
  • April 21, 8:15 PM: Organ Recital by Dr. Everett Helm

Additionally, there is a registration card for the organ recital series, titled "Tickets of the Bach Organ." It notes the price for the series is $1.00 and requests the name and address of the attendee. The organ mentioned is the C.B. Fisk Organ, Opus 10.

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The image depicts an open book or album containing historical concert programs from the German Museum at Harvard University.

  1. Main Program (November 20, 1940):

    • Event: Cambridge Musical Club concert at the German Museum.
    • Hostesses: Mrs. George Boston, Mrs. E. Merrill Dodd Jr., Mrs. Thomas Hadley, Mrs. Robert Holland, Mrs. Ernest Langley, Mrs. Emily McFarlane, Mrs. Endicott Marean, Mrs. Poole Merriman, Mrs. Wilson Vandermark, Mrs. Thorne Wheeler.
    • Performer: Cleora Wood, soprano.
    • Program:
      • I. Ariette: Au Sein de cette Lyre by Christoph Willibald Gluck (1714-1787)
      • O Sleep, why dost thou leave me by George Frideric Handel (1685-1759)
      • El Jilguero con Pico de Oro by Blas de Laserna (1751-1816)
      • II. Sechs Mädchenlieder by Johannes Brahms
        • Standchen
        • Am Fluss
        • Am Jungsten Tag
        • Auf die Nacht in der Spinnstub'n
        • Ruit die Mutter
      • III. Soir by Gabriel Fauré
        • Nell
        • Le Secret
        • La Fée aux Chansons
      • Trois Fêtes Galantes by Claude Debussy
        • Le Vieux Faune
        • Colloque Sentimental
        • Fantoches
    • Accompanist: George Reeves
    • Piano: Mason and Hamlin
    • Concert Direction: Aaron Richmond
    • Note: The program includes a request to comply with the rules of the German Museum by refraining from smoking.
  2. Schedule for 1941 Concerts:

    • February 12, 8:15: Concert by Stradivarius Quartet (only for members of Harvard, Friends of the Bach Organ, and German Museum Association).
    • February 19, 8:15: Organ Recital by Dr. Virgil Fox at the Church of the Messiah, New York.
    • February 24, 8:15: Concert by Marcel Grandjany, harpsichordist, and Elizabeth Sprague Coolidge Foundation members.
    • March 24, 8:15: Concert by E. Power Biggs, organist, and members of the Stradivarius Quartet.
    • March 28, 8:00: Concert of Easter Sacred Music by the Boy-choir of St. Thomas Church, W. Judson Rand, Jr., conductor.
    • April 9, 8:15: Concert by Stradivarius Quartet (only for members of Harvard, Friends of the Bach Organ, and German Museum Association).
    • April 21, 8:15: Organ Recital by Dr. Everett Helm.
  3. Additional Information:

    • There is a small card in the bottom right corner labeled "Friends of the Bach Organ, German Museum, 1940-41" with a note stating that a list of names is available upon request.

The programs reflect the musical activities and events organized by the German Museum in collaboration with Harvard University during the late 1930s and early 1940s.

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The image displays a collection of documents related to musical events held at the Germanic Museum, through the courtesy of Harvard College, in 1940 and 1941.

  1. Top Document:

    • Event: Cambridge Musical Club concert held on November 20, 1940.
    • Venue: Germanic Museum.
    • Hostesses: A list of women hosting the event, including Mrs. George Bunton, Mrs. E. M. Dodd Jr., Mrs. Thomas Hadley, Mrs. Howard Holland, Mrs. Ernest Langley, Mrs. Emily McFarlane, Mrs. Endicott Marean, Mrs. Poole Merriman, Mrs. Wilson Vandermark, and Mrs. Thorne Wheeler.
    • Recital: Featured Cleora Wood, a soprano.
    • Program:
      • I: A trio of songs, including "Ariette: Au Sein de cette Lyre" by Glück, "O Sleep, why dost thou leave me" by Handel, and "El Jilguero con Pico de Oro" by Blas de Laserna.
      • II: Six songs by Brahms titled "Sechs Mädchenlieder," including "Standt das Mädchen," "Am Jüngsten Tag," and others.
      • III: Songs by Faure and Debussy, including "Soir," "Le Secret," "La Fée aux Chansons," "Trois Fetes Galantes," "Le Vieux Faune," and "Fantasie."
    • Accompanist: George Reeves.
    • Piano: Mason and Hamlin.
    • Concert Direction: Aaron Richmond.
    • Note: A reminder that there is no smoking allowed in compliance with the rules of the Germanic Museum.
  2. Bottom Left Document:

    • Title: Germanic Museum – Harvard University Concerts – 1941.
    • List of Events:
      • February 12, 8:15 PM: Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet (only for members of Harvard, Friends of the Bach Organ, and Germanic Museum Association).
      • February 19, 8:15 PM: Organ recital by Virgil Fox at the Church of the Intercession, New York.
      • February 24, 8:15 PM: Concert by Marcel Grandjany, harpsichordist, and E. Power Biggs, conductor, with members of the Stradivarius Quartet.
      • March 24, 8:15 PM: Concert by E. Power Biggs, organist, and members of the Stradivarius Quartet.
      • March 28, 8:00 PM: Concert by the Boston Bach Choir, with W. Judson Rand Jr. as conductor.
      • April 9, 8:15 PM: Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet (only for members of Harvard, Friends of the Bach Organ, and Germanic Museum Association).
      • April 21, 8:15 PM: Organ recital by Dr. Everett Helm.
  3. Bottom Right Document:

    • A small insert or ticket for a specific event, labeled "Friends of the Bach Organ Germanic Museum 1941-41" with an image of an organ and some text about obtaining tickets for a show.

The documents collectively provide an overview of musical performances and recitals organized by the Germanic Museum in association with Harvard University, detailing the dates, times, performers, and specific rules for attendance.

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The image shows an open book with three items affixed to the right page:

  1. The largest item is a program or flyer for a recital by Cleora Wood, Soprano, organized by the Cambridge Musical Club at the Germanic Museum on November 20, 1940. The program lists three sections of musical pieces featuring works by Gluck, Handel, Blas de Laserna, Brahms, Fauré, and Debussy. It also mentions George Reeves as the accompanist and Aaron Richmond as the concert director. There is a note requesting no smoking in compliance with the museum rules. The page lists several hostesses involved with the event.

  2. Below the recital program is a small yellow card listing the Germanic Museum - Harvard University concerts for 1941. It includes dates and times for concerts featuring the Stradivarius Quartet, an organ recital by Ernest White, a concert by Marcel Grandjany and E. Power Biggs, and others, primarily for members of Harvard, Friends of the Bach Organ, and the Germanic Museum Association.

  3. To the right of the yellow card is a blue card titled "Friends of the Bach Organ" for the Germanic Museum, listing the membership for 1940-41 and space for name and address for pledges.

All three items are attached to a cream-colored page in a green hardcover book or album.

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This image shows a scanned page from a program or booklet, which seems to be slightly aged, indicating it is a historical document. The program is titled "Cambridge Musical Club" and is dated November 20, 1940, at the Germanic Museum (through the courtesy of Harvard College).

The page lists the hostesses for the event, followed by a recital given by Cleora Wood, Soprano. The program details the compositions to be performed, which include works by Gluck, Handel, Hasse, Brahms, Fauré, and Debussy, among others. George Reeves is mentioned as the accompanist, playing a Mason and Hamlin piano.

At the bottom, it is noted that the concert direction is by Aaron Richmond and includes a request to comply with the rules of the Germanic Museum, which state there should be no smoking.

Additionally, a portion of a future schedule for the Germanic Museum — Harvard University Concerts of 1941 is visible, listing various performance dates and details.

On the bottom right, there are two pasted tickets or stubs, one possibly blue and the other green, with text that suggests they are related to the events listed on the program.

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The image is of a scrapbook page containing several items related to musical events at Harvard University.

  1. The largest item on the page is an announcement or program for a recital by Cleora Wood, a soprano, which was held on November 20, 1940, at the Germanic Museum through the courtesy of Harvard College. The event was hosted by a number of individuals named on the program, including Mrs. George Bunton, Miss Emily McFarlane, Miss E. Merrick Dodd Jr., and others. The program lists the pieces performed during the recital, including works by Gluck, Handel, Lascerna, Brahms, Fauré, and Debussy, accompanied by George Reeves on the Mason and Hamlin piano. The concert was directed by Aaron Richmond. There is also a note requesting attendees to refrain from smoking in compliance with the Germanic Museum's rules.

  2. Below the recital program is a beige-colored ticket or notice for upcoming concerts at the Germanic Museum - Harvard University scheduled for early 1941. It lists several concerts with dates and brief descriptions, including performances by the Stradivarius Quartet, organ recitals by Frederick W. Kuebler and others, and various musical events.

  3. Next to the beige ticket is a smaller blue notice related to "Friends of the Bach Cantatas with the Government Museum Association 1940-41", which seems to be another music-related event or membership notice.

The entire setup suggests a collection of events and announcements related to musical activities and performances at Harvard University’s Germanic Museum around the early 1940s.

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The image shows an open book containing concert programs and related information. Here is a detailed description:

Top Section (Concert Program)

  • Title and Date: The top section is titled "Cambridge Musical Club" and dated November 20, 1940.
  • Location: The event was held at the Germanic Museum, which is noted as being through the courtesy of Harvard College.
  • Hostesses: A list of hostesses is provided, including:
    • Miss George Bunton
    • Miss E. Merrick Dodd, Jr.
    • Miss Thomas Hanley
    • Miss Clifford Holland
    • Miss Ernest Langley
    • Miss Emily McFarlane
    • Mrs. Endicott Merriman
    • Mrs. Poole Merriman
    • Mrs. Wilson Vandermark
    • Mrs. Thorne Wheeler
  • Performer: The recital was by Clara Wood, a soprano.
  • Program Details:
    • Part I:
      • Arieté: "Au Sein de cette Lyre" by Gluck (1714–1787).
      • O Sleep, why dost thou leave me ("Seele") by Handel (1685–1759).
      • El Jilguero con Pico de Oro by Blas de Laserna (1731–1816).
    • Part II:
      • Sechs Mädchenlieder by Brahms:
        • "Strand das Mädchen"
        • "Ach, und das Mädchen"
        • "Schlaf, sieh mir ein Auge zu"
        • "Am jungen Tag"
        • "Auf die Nacht der Spinne's Rutt die Mutter"
    • Part III:
      • Soir:
        • "Nell" by Fauré
        • "Le Secret"
        • "La Fee aux Chanson"
      • Trois Pièces Galantes by Debussy:
        • "Le Coloque Sentimental"
        • "Fantoches"
  • Accompanist: George Reeves, on Mason and Hamlin piano.
  • Concert Direction: Aaron Richmond.
  • Additional Note: A request is made to comply with the rules of the Germanic Museum, specifically that there be no smoking.

Bottom Section (Concert Schedule for 1941)

  • Title: The bottom section is titled "GERMANIC MUSEUM — HARVARD UNIVERSITY CONCERTS — 1941."
  • List of Concerts:
    • February 12, 8:15: Concert by the Stravidarius Quartet (Quartet, Friends of the Bach Society, and members of Harvard). Location: Germanic Museum Association.
    • February 19, 8:15: Organ recital by Dr. Everett Helm at the Church of St. Mary the Virgin, New York.
    • February 24, 8:15: Concert by Marcel Granjanja, harpist; E. Power Biggs, organist; and orchestra. Program includes works by Bach, Handel, Haydn, Mozart, Schubert, Chopin, and others. Location: Germanic Museum Association.
    • March 24, 8:15: Concert by E. Power Biggs, organist, and the choir of St. Paul's Cathedral, Cambridge, W. Judson Rand, conductor. Location: Germanic Museum Association.
    • March 28, 9:00: Concert by the Stravidarius Quartet (Christ Church, Cambridge). Location: Germanic Museum Association.
    • April 9, 8:15: Concert by the Stravidarius Quartet (Friends of the Bach Society, and members of Harvard). Location: Germanic Museum Association.
    • April 21, 8:15: Organ recital by Dr. Everett Helm.

Additional Details

  • Book Label: On the right side of the image, there is a label that reads "Germanic Museum — Harvard University Concerts 1941–41", indicating that this is part of a collection or archive of concert programs from that period.
  • Condition: The book appears to be old, with aged paper and some wear, suggesting historical significance.

Overall Context

The image depicts a historical document, likely from an archive or library, showcasing concert programs and schedules from the early 20th century. It highlights musical performances, including works by prominent composers such as Gluck, Handel, Brahms, Fauré, and Debussy, as well as performances by notable musicians like Clara Wood and E. Power Biggs. The inclusion of both the program and the concert schedule indicates its use for historical or archival purposes.