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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1966-1968

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The image shows a letter from the Cambridge Society for Early Music, dated April 15, 1968. The letterhead includes the society's name and address: Box 336, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138. The letter begins with a greeting to the reader as "Dear Friend" and announces the winners of the Erwin Bodky Award, inviting patrons and associate members to a Spring Concert-Reception at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, on May 13, 1968. The concert will feature music by various composers, including J.S. Bach, and will be given by the 1968 award winners.

The letter also invites the recipient to join as a Patron or Associate Member for the Fall series of three Early Music concerts, starting on October 30, 1968, at Sanders Theatre, Harvard University. The season will feature performances by Ralph Kirkpatrick, Miss Iva Dee Hiatt, and the Concentus Musicus of Vienna.

The letter emphasizes the need for financial support, as the society's expenses were not covered by income alone, and requests the recipient to return an enclosed card to show their support. The letter is signed by Leo L. Beranek, President of the society, and includes a note about an enclosed RSVP card.

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The image depicts a page from a letter dated April 15, 1968, from the Cambridge Society for Early Music. The letterhead at the top indicates the society's address: Cambridge, Massachusetts, specifically Box 336.

The letter is addressed to a friend and extends an invitation to join the society as a Patron or Associate Member. The main points include:

  1. Spring Concert-Reception: An invitation to attend a Spring Concert-Reception at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, on May 13 at 8:30 PM. The concert will feature music by J.S. Bach, Boismortier, Byrd, Scarlatti, Telemann, Rameau, and Marini.

  2. Fall Concert Series: The society will host three Early Music concerts during the Fall semester at Sanders Theatre, Harvard University. The first concert, on October 30, will feature a performance by Ralph Kirkpatrick on the harpsichord. The second concert on November 6, directed by Miss Ira Dee Hatti, will be a concert of music for chorus and instruments from the period. The third concert on November 13 will showcase a program of Baroque music played on original instruments by the Concertus Musici of Vienna.

  3. Financial Appeal: The society requests support for attendance and as patrons. It notes that despite the generosity of members last year, expenses were not fully covered by income and seeks donations to cover the remaining costs.

  4. RSVP: The letter includes a request to mark and return an enclosed card for an RSVP, which will also serve to reserve seats for the Fall series.

The letter concludes with a signature from Leo L. Beronek, the President of the Cambridge Society for Early Music.

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The image is of a letterhead from the Cambridge Society for Early Music, dated April 15, 1968. The letter is addressed to a friend and invites them to join as a Patron or Associate Member. Here are the key points of the letter:

  1. Spring Concert-Reception:

    • The society announces the winners of the Erwin Bodky Award.
    • They invite Patrons and Associate Members to a Spring Concert-Reception at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, on Monday, May 13, at 8:30 p.m.
    • The concert features music by J. S. Bach, Buxtehude, Byrd, Scarlatti, Telemann, Rameau, and Marini, performed by the 1968 Award winners.
  2. Fall Series:

    • The letter invites the recipient to join as a Patron or Associate Member to share in the society's Fall series of three Early Music concerts.
    • The concerts are planned to be faithful to the style of the period and will take place at Sanders Theatre, Harvard University.
    • The concerts will include:
      • A performance by Ralph Kirkpatrick on the harpsichord on October 30.
      • A concert of music from the period for chorus and instruments conducted by Miss Ira Dee Hatti on November 6.
      • A performance by the Concentus Musicus of Vienna on November 13, featuring Baroque music played on original instruments.
  3. Request for Support:

    • The letter solicits the recipient’s support both by attendance at concerts and as a Patron, emphasizing the need for financial support to cover expenses.
    • The enclosed card should be returned in the self-addressed envelope, and it is also convenient for ordering tickets to reserve seats for the Fall series.
  4. Closing:

    • The letter is signed by Leo L. Beranek, the President of the Cambridge Society for Early Music.

The address at the top of the letter is Cambridge Society for Early Music, Box 336, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138.

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The image is a letter from the Cambridge Society for Early Music, dated April 15, 1968. The letterhead lists the organization's address as Box 336, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02138.

The letter, addressed to "Dear Friend," announces the winners of the Erwin Bodky Award and invites patrons and associate members to a Spring Concert-Reception at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, located at the corner of Kirkland Street and Divinity Avenue. The event is scheduled for Monday, May 13, at 8:30 p.m. The concert features music by J. S. Bach, Boismortier, Byrd, Scarlatti, Telemann, Rameau, and Marini, performed by the 1968 Award winners.

Additionally, the letter invites patrons to join again for the fall series of three Early Music concerts, which will be held at Sanders Theatre, Harvard University. The concerts are scheduled for October 30, November 6, and November 13. The October 30 concert features a performance by Ralph Kirkpatrick on the harpsichord. The November 6 concert, led by Miss Iva Dee Hiatt, includes music for chorus and instruments. The November 13 concert features the Concentus Musicus of Vienna, presenting Baroque music on original instruments.

The letter emphasizes the need for support and attendance at the concerts and asks patrons to return an enclosed card in the self-addressed envelope to reserve seats for the fall series. The letter is signed by Leo L. Beranek, President of the Cambridge Society for Early Music.

The letter also notes that, despite generous membership, the expenses were not fully covered last year, and they are seeking additional support.

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The image shows a letter from the Cambridge Society for Early Music, dated April 15, 1968. Here's a detailed summary of its contents:

  1. Header:

    • The letterhead indicates it is from the Cambridge Society for Early Music, located at P.O. Box 336, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138.
  2. Body:

    • The society announces the winners of the Erwin Bodky Award and invites Patrons and Associate Members to a Spring Concert Reception.
    • The event is scheduled for Monday evening, May 13, at 8:30 p.m. at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University (corner of Kirkland Street and Divinity Avenue).
    • The concert will feature music by the 1968 Award winners: J. S. Bach, Beaumontrer, Byrd, Scarlatti, Telemann, Rameau, and Martini.
  3. Invitation to Fall Concerts:

    • The society invites recipients to join again as Patrons or Associate Members for their Fall series of three Early Music concerts, faithful to the style of the period.
    • The concerts will be held at Sanders Theatre, Harvard University:
      • October 30: Opening concert featuring Ralph Kirkpatrick on the harpsichord.
      • November 6: Mia Irmsy Dea Hiat will conduct a concert of choral music.
      • November 13: The Concentus Musicus of Vienna will perform a program of Baroque music on original instruments.
  4. Solicitation for Support:

    • The society earnestly requests support through attendance at their concerts and by becoming a Patron.
    • It mentions that the generosity of members from the previous year did not fully cover their expenses, so they rely on increased support.
  5. RSVP Request:

    • The letter requests the recipient to mark and return the enclosed card in the self-addressed envelope.
    • This card also serves as an opportune time to order tickets for the Fall series, ensuring the best seat locations.
  6. Closing:

    • The letter is signed by Leo L. Beranek, the President of the Cambridge Society for Early Music.
  7. Enclosure:

    • The note at the bottom indicates an RSVP enclosed card is included with the letter.

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The image shows a letter from the Cambridge Society for Early Music, dated April 15, 1968. The letter is addressed to a friend and announces the winners of the Erwin Bodky Award. It invites Patrons and Associate Members to a Spring Concert-Reception at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, on May 13 at 8:30 p.m. The concert will feature music by J.S. Bach, Buxtehude, Byrd, Scarlatti, Telemann, Rameau, and Marini, performed by the 1968 Award winners.

The letter also invites the recipient to become a Patron or Associate Member and to attend a series of three Early Music concerts in the fall at Sanders Theatre, Harvard University. The concerts include:

  1. October 28: Opening Concert with the Boston Camerata.
  2. November 6: A concert of music from the period of chorals and instruments, conducted by Matti Jauk Dee Hartz.
  3. November 13: A performance by the Concentus Musicus of Vienna, featuring Baroque music played on original instruments.

The letter solicits support through attendance and patronage, mentioning financial difficulties and the need for help. It requests the recipient to RSVP by marking the enclosed card and returning it in the provided self-addressed envelope, which will also confirm their ticket order and reserve choice location seats for the fall series.

The letter is signed by Leo L. Beranek, President of the Cambridge Society for Early Music.

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The image shows an open letter from the Cambridge Society for Early Music. The letter is addressed to a "Dear Friend" and is dated April 15, 1968. The header of the letter includes the society's name followed by an address in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The content of the letter announces the winners of the Erwin Bodky Award and invites Patrons and Associate Members to a concert event taking place at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University. The letter mentions musical pieces by J.S. Bach, Psameter, B. Gordon, Tielemann, Rameau, and Marini, indicating a focus on early music.

Further down, the sender of the letter invites the recipient to attend the society's sixteenth season including various concerts featuring artists and groups such as Ralph Kirkpatrick, the Concentus Musicus of Vienna, and broaches the subject of supporting the society as a patron.

The bottom of the letter features a cordial sign-off, "Sincerely yours," followed by a signature that appears to say "Leo L. Beranek," who identifies as the President.

The letter also mentions an RSVP Enclosed card and asks the recipient to mark the enclosed card and return it in a self-addressed envelope. The letter and its pages are nestled inside an open book, suggesting the letter might be part of an archival collection or a research material.

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The image shows an open book with a formal letter or announcement printed on a single page. The page is titled "CAMBRIDGE SOCIETY FOR EARLY MUSIC" and includes the address "BOX 336 CAMBRIDGE MASSACHUSETTS 02138" and the date "April 15, 1968" at the top. The content of the page is a letter addressed to "Dear Friend," inviting the recipient to a Spring Concert-Reception hosted by the Cambridge Society for Early Music.

Key Details in the Image:

  1. Header Information:

    • Title: "CAMBRIDGE SOCIETY FOR EARLY MUSIC"
    • Address: Box 336, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138
    • Date: April 15, 1968
  2. Content of the Letter:

    • Announcement: The letter announces the winners of the Erwin Bodky Award and invites patrons and associate members to a Spring Concert-Reception at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University.
    • Event Details:
      • Date and Time: Monday evening, May 13, at 8:30 p.m.
      • Location: Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University (corner of Kirkland Street and Divinity Avenue).
      • Performers: The concert will feature winners of the 1968 Erwin Bodky Award, including J.S. Bach, Buxtehude, Byrd, Scarlatti, Telemann, Rameau, and Martini.
    • Fall Series Invitation: The letter also invites the recipient to join as a patron or associate member for the Society's Fall series of three Early Music concerts, beginning on Wednesday evening, October 30, at Sanders Theatre, Harvard University.
      • First Concert: Ralph Kirkpatrick will perform on the harpsichord.
      • Second Concert: On November 6, Milt Irv Dee Hall, the Music Director, will conduct a concert of music from the period for chorus and instruments.
      • Third Concert: On November 13, the Conzetus Musicus of Vienna will present a program of Baroque music played on original instruments.
  3. Call to Action:

    • The letter requests support through attendance at concerts and membership as a patron.
    • It mentions that last year's expenses were not fully covered by income and emphasizes the need for financial support.
    • Recipients are asked to mark an enclosed card and return it in a self-addressed envelope to reserve choice seats for the Fall series.
  4. Signature:

    • The letter is signed by "Leo L. Beranek," identified as the President of the Cambridge Society for Early Music.
  5. Additional Note:

    • At the bottom of the page, there is a note: "RSVP Enclosed card."

Visual Characteristics:

  • The page has a clean, formal layout typical of official correspondence or announcements.
  • The text is typed, suggesting it was printed or mimeographed rather than handwritten.
  • The book itself appears to have a green spine and edges, indicating it may be part of an archive or collection.

Summary:

The image depicts a formal invitation or announcement from the Cambridge Society for Early Music, dated April 15, 1968. It details an upcoming Spring Concert-Reception and invites recipients to join the Society's Fall series of Early Music concerts, highlighting performances by notable musicians and ensembles. The letter emphasizes the need for financial support and includes a call to action for RSVP and membership. The signature of Leo L. Beranek, the President, is visible at the bottom.

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The image is a page from a book, which appears to be a newsletter or a letter. The page is titled "Cambridge Society for Early Music" and is dated April 15, 1968. The text on the page is written in a formal and elegant style, with a cursive font. The letterhead includes the address of the Cambridge Society for Early Music, which is located at Box 336 Cambridge Massachusetts 02138. The letter is addressed to a friend and begins with a greeting, "Dear Friend." The letter goes on to announce the winners of the Erwin Bocky Award and to invite the recipient to join as a Patron or Associate Member of the Cambridge Society for Early Music. The letter also mentions upcoming concerts and events, including a Spring Concert-Reception at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, and a Seventeenth Season Fall series of three Early Music concerts. The letter concludes with a request for support and an invitation to RSVP by returning the enclosed card.

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The image shows a book opened to a page with a letter printed on it. The letter is from the Cambridge Society for Early Music, dated April 15, 1968, and is addressed to a friend. The letter announces the winners of the Erwin Bodky Award and invites Patrons and Associate Members to a Spring Concert-Reception at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University. The concert will feature music by various composers, including Bach, Scarlatti, Telemann, Rameau, and Marini. The letter also invites the recipient to join as a Patron or Associate Member and attend the Society's Fall series of concerts, which will feature performances by Ralph Kirkpatrick and Miss Iva Dee Hiatt. The letter concludes with a request for support and a reminder that expenses were not covered by income from the previous year.