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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1962-1966

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The image shows an open book or album with a clipped newspaper article pasted on the right-hand page. The article is an extract from "The Musical Times," as indicated by the header. The heading of the article mentions "HINDEMITH Organ Sonatas Nos 1-3," and it appears to be a review or an analysis of these sonatas. The article is dated "July 29, 1963," as handwritten at the top right corner of the page. The source of the article is credited to the "International Press Cutting Bureau" located at 104 Strand, London, W.C.2. The text of the article is partially visible and seems to discuss the organ sonatas in some detail, mentioning specific movements and providing critical commentary. The page itself shows signs of aging, and the clipping has a slightly yellowed appearance, typical of aged paper.

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The image shows a page from a book or an archive containing an article extract from "The Musical Times," dated July 18, 1963. This extract is from the International Press-Cutting Bureau, London, W.C.2, and it appears to have been highlighted or pinned to the page.

The article discusses the recording of Hindemith's Organ Sonatas Nos. 1-3, specifically performed by E. Power Biggs at the Boston Symphony Hall. The review highlights that modern organ works are gaining ground in conservative circles, and the recording is noted for its dynamic contrasts and the artist's interpretation. The text mentions the first movement and the second movement's significant use of Hindemithian hornpipe rhythms. The third sonata is described as less striking but still worth listening to, with the recording being well balanced and dynamic.

The article is dated and signed by Busch Petersinger, and there is a date stamp indicating July 29, 1963, at the top right corner of the page. The page itself shows some wear and tear, particularly at the bottom right corner where it appears to be partially torn or cut.

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The image shows a page from a book or notebook that contains a clipping from "The Musical Times," dated July 15, 1963. The clipping is from the International Press-Cutting Bureau and is an extract about Hindemith's Organ Sonatas.

The clipping provides a review of Hindemith's Organ Sonatas Nos. 1-3, recorded by E. Power Biggs at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University. The review highlights that while modern organ works are gaining ground, Hindemith's recordings are noteworthy.

Key points from the review include:

  • The second movement of the first sonata is particularly praised for its well-balanced and ambitious nature.
  • The third sonata, composed in 1940, is noted for its striking fugue finale.
  • The recording is praised for its dynamic contrasts and the skillful playing of the organ.

The date on the clipping is marked as July 15, 1963, and the page itself has a date stamp of July 29, 1963. There is also a handwritten note at the top of the page, "Busch-Reisinger." The page appears to be from a bound volume, possibly a scrapbook or a collection of press clippings.

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The image shows a page from a book or a document containing a press clipping. The clipping is from "The Musical Times" and is dated July 18, 1942. It is an extract provided by the International Press Cutting Bureau, located at 184 Strand, London, W.C.2.

The clipping is a review of Paul Hindemith's Organ Sonatas Nos. 1 & 2, performed by E. Power Biggs at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University. The review mentions that with modern organ works gaining ground even in conservative circles, this record is timely. It highlights the ambitious first movement of the second sonata, which is described as well-balanced with Hindemithian hornpipe rhythms, and concludes with a striking fugue finale. The third sonata, although less striking, is noted for its collection of three movements. The reviewer finds the recording dynamic, with contrasts that highlight the organ's capabilities.

The clipping is dated July 29, 1963, with handwritten notes indicating this date and the name "Busch-Reisinger" at the top of the page. The clipping is pasted onto the page, and the text is partially visible.

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The image is a press cutting from the International Press-Cutting Bureau, specifically an extract from "The Musical Times," dated July 1963. The article discusses Paul Hindemith's Organ Sonatas Nos 1-3.

Here are the key points from the article:

  1. Hindemith’s Work:

    • The article reviews the Organ Sonatas by Paul Hindemith, noting that modern organ works have generally been conservative.
  2. Sonata Analysis:

    • First Movement: The first movement of the sonatas is described as ambitious, though it struggles to sustain the initial momentum.
    • Second Movement: This movement is noted for its well-argued structure but is criticized for lacking the warmth found in the first movement's Hindemithian homophonic style.
    • Third Sonata: The third sonata (1940) is highlighted as less striking, featuring a chorale-like finale which is considered rather static.
  3. Recording Details:

    • The recording reviewed tends to emphasize the dynamic contrasts, which might not be as pronounced on organ discs typically.

The article provides a critical evaluation of the compositions, pointing out both strengths and weaknesses in Hindemith's Organ Sonatas.

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The image depicts a page from a scrapbook or a press-cutting book, specifically from the International Press-Cutting Bureau in London. The page contains a newspaper clipping from "The Musical Times" dated July 29, 1963. The clipping is an extract from a review of a musical recording.

The review discusses an LP record of organ music by E. Power Biggs, featuring works by Johann Sebastian Bach and Dieterich Buxtehude. The recording is noted for its modern, clear sound quality, which is described as somewhat clinical. The review highlights the First Sonata in the minor extended with an embellished version of the chorale "An Wasserflüssen Babylon." The reviewer praises the playing for its rhythmic precision and attractive, memorable qualities. The review also mentions the inclusion of a short piece by Buxtehude and a final chorale, noting that the playing is free from the student mannerisms that often mar organ records.

The page itself shows signs of aging, with a yellowed and slightly stained appearance, particularly in the center where the clipping is attached. The date "July 29, 1963" is handwritten at the top right corner of the page.

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The image shows a scanned page from a book or a collection of documents. The right side of the page contains a pasted clipping from a publication with the header "Brecht-Weill - International Press Cutting Bureau 18 Strand, London, WC2". Below this header is the title "Extract from The Musical Times London" with the date "JUL 13" handwritten in a small box. The content of the clipping discusses "HINDEMITH Organ Sonatas Nos 1-3, E. Power Biggs on the organ of the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University". The text further elaborates on the musical pieces mentioned.

The left margin of the clipping and the surrounding paper on the page show significant foxing or discoloration possibly due to age or exposure to light or moisture. The upper left corner of the page is inscribed with "July 29, 1963" in what appears to be red pencil or pen.

The left side of the page is blank except for a faded residue outline mirroring that of the yellowed adhesive or aged paper on the right. The book itself is open flat, revealing a green fabric bookmark or a part of the book's binding. The book also looks to be bound with a hardcover, evident from the structure of the spine visible from the left edge of the image.

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The image shows an open book with a clipping from "The Musical Times" magazine. The clipping is dated July 29, 1963, and it contains a review of a recording of organ sonatas by Hindemith, played by E. Power Biggs on the organ of the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University. The review describes the recording as "mercifully free from the strident time-line that often mars organ discs," and it praises the First Sonata as "the most extended, with an ambitious first movement, but it is the Second which is the most memorable and attractive." The clipping is pasted onto the page of the book, and the text is printed in black ink on white paper. The book itself appears to be a collection of clippings or notes related to music or the arts.

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The image depicts an open book with a green spine. The book is opened to a page that contains a clipping from a newspaper or magazine. The clipping is attached to the page with a small piece of tape. The clipping has a title that reads "The Musical Times" and a date of July 19, 1963. The clipping is about the Hindemith Organ Sonatas Nos. 1-3, E. Power Biggs on the organ of the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University. The text is written in black font on a white background.

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The image shows an open book with a page containing a newspaper or magazine clipping. The clipping is from The Musical Times, dated July 15, 1963, and is titled "HINDEMITH Organ Sonatas Nos 1-3: E. Power Biggs, on the organ of the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University." The text discusses the organ sonatas by Paul Hindemith, highlighting their modern and ambitious nature. It describes the first sonata as the most extended and well-argued, with a snappy, well-wrought first movement, a lyrical second movement, and a tough, warm-hearted third movement. The text also mentions that the recording (1940) is less striking than a dynamic concert version but is free from the stridency often found in organ discs.

The clipping is labeled as an "Extract from The Musical Times" and is part of a collection from the "International Press Cutting Bureau" located at 144 Strand, London, W.C.2. The top of the page has handwritten notes, including a date ("July 29, 1963") and the name "Bunch Peissinger." The book itself appears to be a bound collection of press clippings or reviews, with a green spine visible on the right side. The overall presentation suggests an archival or historical context, likely used for research or reference purposes.