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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1968-1970

ARCH.2013.5.12, Rendition: 797878

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The image contains a yellow printed document, which appears to be an invitation or informational pamphlet for an event related to early music. The document provides details about the Erwin Bodky Award and the 1970 Bodky Award winners.

About the 1970 Bodky Award Winners:

  1. Jane Bryden:

    • A graduate student of Gladys Miller at the New England Conservatory of Music.
    • Member of the Camerata of the Museum of Fine Arts, the Cantata Singers, the Boston University Collegium Musicum, and the King's Chapel Choir.
    • Performed solo recitals at various venues including the Gardner Museum, WGBH, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Brandeis University.
  2. Joel Cohen:

    • Composer, lutenist, and cowinner with Jane Bryden.
    • Director of the Camerata of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.
    • Teaches at Brandeis University.
    • Graduate of Brown University, studied Renaissance literature with Randall Thompson, and studied in Paris with Nadia Boulanger.
  3. Patricia E. Sira:

    • Graduate student at the Yale School of Music.
    • Studied harpsichord with Ralph Kirkpatrick.
    • Received early musical training in Ceylon.
    • Earned diplomas from the Royal Academy of Music in London and from Trinity College of Music.
    • Performed in concerts and broadcasts in Ceylon, West Berlin, West Germany, and the United States.
    • Composed works for harpsichord and chamber groups.
  4. Roger Evans:

    • Graduate student in music at Yale University.
    • Studied organ with E. Power Biggs and harpsichord in England.
    • Intern at the Smithsonian Institution's Division of Musical Instruments.
    • Studied and performed on early keyboard instruments in national collections during the summer of 1969.

The Erwin Bodky Award:

  • Established by the Cambridge Society for Early Music in honor of Erwin Bodky.
  • Given annually to one or more outstanding artists in early music performance.
  • Adds a new dimension to the Society's activities and is a unique prize.
  • Provides an unusual performing opportunity and honorarium to young artists.
  • Winners selected by a committee of musicians.

Bodky Award Sponsors:

  • Leo J. Beranek
  • Lilli Bodky
  • Harry C. Gatos
  • Frank T. Hubbard
  • John N. Burk Memorial Fund
  • Roy Larson
  • David Rockefeller
  • Arthur S. Rosenberg
  • Helen S. Slosberg
  • Isabel Kimball Whiting, In Memoriam

Additional Information:

  • The Cambridge Society for Early Music established the Erwin Bodky Award Endowment Fund.
  • Donations to the fund are tax-deductible.
  • For further information, contact Professor Harry C. Gatos, Chairman of the Cambridge Society for Early Music, at Box 336, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138.

The document is designed with a decorative border and includes contact information for further details about the award and the endowment fund.

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The image is a page from a program or brochure that provides information about the Erwin Bodky Award, related performers, and sponsors. Here is a detailed summary:

About the 1970 Bodky Award Winners

  1. Jane Bryden

    • A graduate student of Gladys Miller at the New England Conservatory of Music.
    • Currently a member of various musical ensembles, including the Camerata of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, Cambridge Consort, New England Conservatory Collegium Musicum, and the King's Chapel Choir.
    • Has given solo recitals at the Gardner Museum, WGBH, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Brandeis University.
  2. Joel Cohen

    • Composer, lutenist, and co-winner with Jane Bryden.
    • Director of the Camerata of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.
    • Teaches at Brandeis University.
    • Graduate of Brown University and Harvard, where he studied composition with Randall Thompson.
    • Studied for two years in Paris with Nadia Boulanger as a Danforth Fellow.
  3. Patricia Ann Suits

    • Graduate student at the Yale School of Music studying harpsichord with Ralph Kirkpatrick.
    • Earned her bachelor's degree in music from Pomona College.
    • Received diplomas from the Royal Academy of Music in London and the Hochschule für Musik in West Berlin.
    • Performed in various concerts and broadcasts in Ceylon, West Berlin, West Germany, and Seattle.
  4. Ronca Evans

    • Graduate student in music at Yale University.
    • Completed a grant to study Tudor and Stuart music in England.
    • Studied at the University of Illinois (1965-1969) and was an intern at the Smithsonian Institution’s Division of Musical Instruments.
    • Studied and performed on early keyboard instruments in the national collection during the summer of 1969.

The Erwin Bodky Award

  • The Erwin Bodky Award was established by the Cambridge Society for Early Music in 1968 to honor the society's founder.
  • The award is given annually to one or more outstanding artists in New England who show special interest and competence in the performance of early music (pre-1800) in a style close to the original.
  • With the Erwin Bodky Award, the Society also provides opportunities for young artists to perform in a non-competitive environment.
  • The Cambridge Society for Early Music has created an endowment fund to support these awards.
  • The page invites readers to donate to the endowment fund and become a sponsor.

Further Information

  • For more information about the award competition or the endowment, readers are encouraged to write to:
    • Professor Harry C. Gatos, Chairman
    • Cambridge Society for Early Music
    • Box 336, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138

Bodky Award Sponsors

  • Leo L. Beranek
  • Lili Bodky
  • Harry C. Gatos
  • Iva Dee Hiatt
  • Frank T. Hubbard
  • John N. Burk Memorial Fund
  • Roy Lamson
  • David Rockefeller
  • Arthur S. Rosenberg
  • William Schumann
  • Helen S. Sloberg
  • Isabel K. Whiting (In Memoriam)

Additionally, there are mentions of anonymous donors from the XIII Century and the XVII Century.

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The image contains several sections of text related to the Erwin Bodky Award, an award established by the Cambridge Society for Early Music. Here is a detailed summary:

Left Section: About the 1970 Bodky Award Winners

This section provides biographical information on the winners of the 1970 Bodky Award:

  1. Jane Bryden:

    • Graduate student at the New England Conservatory of Music.
    • Member of the Camerata of the Museum of Fine Arts, the New England Conservatory Chamber Singers, the Handel and Haydn Society, and the King's Chapel Choir.
    • Has performed solo recitals at the Gardner Museum, WGBH, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Brandeis University.
  2. Joel Cohen:

    • Composer, lute player, and co-winner with Jane Bryden.
    • Director of the Camerata of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.
    • Teaches at Brandeis University.
    • Graduate of Brown University with a master of arts degree in composition.
    • Studied with Randall Thompson and Nadia Boulanger.
  3. Preeti De Silva:

    • Graduate student at the Yale School of Music.
    • Studies harpsichord with Ralph Kirkpatrick.
    • Born in Ceylon (Sri Lanka), received her bachelor's degree from the University of Ceylon.
    • Earned diplomas from the Royal Academy of Music in London and the Hochschule für Musik in West Berlin.
    • Performed in concerts and broadcasts in Ceylon, West Berlin, West Germany, and Seattle.
  4. Roger Evans:

    • Graduate student in music at Yale University.
    • Received a grant to study Tudor and Stuart music in England.
    • Studied with Paul Jenkins at Stetson University (1965-1969).
    • Worked as an intern at the Smithsonian Institution, Division of Musical Instruments, studying early keyboard instruments.

Right Section: The Erwin Bodky Award

This section provides details about the Erwin Bodky Award:

  • Establishment: The Erwin Bodky Award was established in 1968 by the Cambridge Society for Early Music.
  • Purpose: It is given annually to outstanding artists in New England who demonstrate special interest and competence in the performance of early music.
  • Award Details: The Erwin Bodky Award is the only prize of its kind, offering an unusual performing opportunity and a cash prize. Performers are chosen by audition before the Award Committee, assisted by well-known musicologists.
  • Endowment Fund: The Cambridge Society for Early Music has established the Erwin Bodky Endowment Fund, which is used to provide the honoraria. Donations to this fund are invited.

Bottom Section: Bodky Award Sponsors and Contact Information

  • Sponsors: The Bodky Award is sponsored by several individuals and funds, including Leo L. Beranek, Lilli Bodky, Harry C. Gatos, Roy Lamson, David Rockefeller, Arthur S. Rosenberg, Iva Dee Hiatt, William Schwann, Helen S. Slosberg, John N. Burk Memorial Fund, and Isabel Kimball Whiting (In Memoriam).
  • Contact Information: For further information about the award competition or the endowment fund, individuals are directed to write to Professor Harry C. Gatos, Chairman of the Cambridge Society for Early Music, at the address provided in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Additional Information

  • There is an invitation at the top right corner to a Spring Evening Entertainment featuring medieval, Renaissance, and contemporary music.

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The image shows a yellowed document detailing information about the 1970 Bodky Award winners and the Erwin Bodky Award itself. Here is a detailed summary:

About the 1970 Bodky Award Winners:

  1. Jane Bryden

    • A graduate student of Gladys Miller at the New England Conservatory of Music.
    • Member of the Camerata of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, the Cambridge Consort, the New England Conservatory Collegiate Chorale, and the King's Chapel Choir.
    • Has performed solo recitals at the Gardner Museum, WGBH, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Brandeis University.
  2. Joel Cohen

    • Composer, lutenist, and co-winner with Jane Bryden of the Bodky Award.
    • Director of the Camerata of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.
    • Taught at Brandeis University.
    • Studied composition with Randall Thompson and harpsichord with Nadia Boulanger at the Danaforth Fellowship.
  3. Preethi de Silva

    • Graduate student at the Yale School of Music.
    • Studied harpsichord under Ralph Kirkpatrick.
    • Earned degrees from the Royal Academy of Music in London and the Hochschule für Musik in West Berlin.
    • Performed in various concerts and recitals.
  4. Roger Evans

    • Graduate student at Yale University.
    • Studied early Tudor and Stuart music with Paul Jones.
    • Interned at the Smithsonian Institution's Division of Musical Instruments.
    • Performed on historical keyboard instruments in national collections.

The Erwin Bodky Award:

  • Established by the Cambridge Society for Early Music in 1968 in honor of their founder, Erwin Bodky.
  • Awarded annually to one or more outstanding artists in New England who demonstrate special interest and competence in the performance of early music.
  • The award is unique in providing an unusual performing opportunity and a monetary prize.
  • Nominations are reviewed by the award committee, with auditions before the committee assisted by well-known musicians.

Bodky Award Endowment Fund:

  • Established to provide honoraria for the award winners.
  • Donations are invited to support this fund, with information on how to contribute included.

Contact Information:

  • For further information about the award competition or the endowment fund, contact:
    • Professor Harry C. Gatos, Chairman
    • Cambridge Society for Early Music
    • Box 336
    • Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138

Bodky Award Sponsors:

  • Leo L. Beranek
  • Lilli Bodky
  • Harry C. Gatos
  • Frank T. Hubbard
  • John N. Burk Memorial Fund
  • Roy Lamson
  • David Rockefeller
  • Arthur S. Rosenberg
  • William Schwann
  • Helen S. Slosberg
  • Isabel Kimball Whiting, In Memoriam
  • Iva Dee Hiatt

The document also includes a note about the establishment of the Cambridge Society for Early Music and mentions an invitation to a spring evening entertainment of medieval, Renaissance, and contemporary music.

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The image shows a document related to the Erwin Bodky Award, which was established by the Cambridge Society for Early Music in 1968. The document is divided into several sections:

About the 1970 Bodky Award Winners:

  • Jane Bryden: A graduate student of Gladys Miller at the New England Conservatory of Music, she is a member of various musical ensembles and has performed solo recitals at notable venues like the Gardner Museum, WGBH, and Brandeis University.
  • Joel Cohen: A composer, lutinist, and co-winner, he is the director of the Camerata of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and teaches at Brandeis University. He studied composition at Harvard and Paris with Nadia Boulanger.
  • Preethi de Silva: A graduate student at the Yale School of Music, she studied harpsichord with Ralph Kirkpatrick. She has performed and received honors in Germany and has been recognized for her compositions.
  • Roger Evans: A graduate student in music at Yale and has received a grant for Tudor and Stuart music studies in England. He was an intern in the Division of Musical Instruments at the Smithsonian Institution.

The Erwin Bodky Award:

  • The Erwin Bodky Award was established in 1968 to honor outstanding artists in New England for their performance of early music in a style close to the original.
  • The award offers a unique opportunity for artists to perform in front of the award committee, assisted by renowned musicians.
  • The Cambridge Society for Early Music established the Erwin Bodky Endowment Fund to support this award.

Contact Information:

  • For further details, one should write to Professor Harry C. Gatos, Chairman, Cambridge Society for Early Music, Box 336, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138.

Sponsors:

  • The document lists several sponsors of the Erwin Bodky Award:
    • Leo L. Beranek
    • Lilli Bodky
    • Harry C. Gatos
    • David Rockefeller
    • Arthur S. Rosenberg
    • Roy Lamson
    • Frank T. Hubbard
    • William Schwann
    • Helen S. Slosberg
    • John N. Burk Memorial Fund
    • Isabel Kimball Whiting, in memoriam
    • Iva Dee Hiatt

The bottom of the document mentions it is from Anonymous, XIII C.

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The image contains two main sections of text. The left side is titled 'ABOUT THE 1970 BODKY AWARD WINNERS' and provides information about three award winners. Jane Bryden, a graduate student, is noted for her musical achievements and affiliations with various institutions. Joel Cohen, a composer and lutenist, is recognized for his roles, education, and studies with notable musicians. Preethi de Silva, a graduate student at Yale, is highlighted for her studies, performances, and compositions.

The right side of the image details 'THE ERWIN BODKY AWARD,' describing its establishment in 1968 by the Cambridge Society for Early Music. The award honors outstanding artists in New England for their performance of early music. It includes a cash prize and an opportunity to perform at an annual concert. The text also mentions the establishment of the Erwin Bodky Award Endowment Fund and provides contact information for further details. Additionally, a list of award sponsors is included, with names such as Leo L. Beranek, Lilli Bodky, and others.

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The image displays a printed text document with a decorative border featuring line-drawn images of musical instruments and figures resembling musicians. The document is titled "ABOUT THE 1970 BODKY AWARD WINNERS" and discusses the recipients of the award, their background, and accomplishments.

The Erwin Bodky Award is described as being established by the Cambridge Society for Early Music in 1966. It honors outstanding artists in New England who give annual solo or more outstanding continuo performance of medieval, Renaissance, and contemporary music.

The document lists the 1970 winners, detailing their educational background and their contributions to music. Information provided for three named individuals (not real people but part of the document content) includes affiliations with prestigious institutions such as the New England Conservatory of Music, Brandeis University, the Yale School of Music, and others.

The right column of the text provides further context about the Erwin Bodky Award, including its purpose, the selection process, and an invitation to contribute to the award endowment fund.

At the bottom, the "BODKY AWARD SPONSORS" are listed, featuring various names (no real individuals are singled out), indicating the patrons who supported the award.

The overall image has a nostalgic feel due to the typewriter font and the paper's color and texture, suggesting it is an archival document or a replica thereof. There is a slight crease visible on the right side of the paper, and a yellow sticky note is partially visible at the top right corner, covering some of the text.

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The image shows a yellow paper leaflet or brochure opened to two pages of text. The left page is titled "ABOUT THE 1970 BODKY AWARD WINNERS" and contains biographical information about four winners: Jane Bryden, Joel Cohen, Preethi de Silva, and Roger Evans. Each description provides details about their education, accomplishments, and musical background in early music.

The right page is titled "THE ERWIN BODKY AWARD" and explains the purpose and history of the award. It was established by the Cambridge Society for Early Music in 1968, named in honor of their founder, Erwin Bodky. The award recognizes outstanding artists in New England for their performance of early music. It mentions that the award includes a performing opportunity and honorarium, and details information about the endowment fund that supports the award. Contact information is provided for Professor Harry C. Gatos, chairman of the Cambridge Society for Early Music.

At the bottom right of the right page, there is a list of "BODKY AWARD SPONSORS," naming several individuals and memorial funds. The text is printed in black ink on the yellow background. The paper edges on the right side have a decorative cut, giving the leaflet a finished and formal appearance.

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The image shows a printed document titled "About the 1970 Bodky Award Winners", which appears to be part of a program or invitation for a Spring Evening Entertainment of Medieval, Renaissance, and Contemporary music. The document is predominantly yellow with black text and is slightly worn, with visible creases and edges.

Key Elements of the Document:

1. Header:

  • The top right corner includes the text:
    "CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO A Spring Evening Entertainment of Medieval, Renaissance, and Contemporary."

2. Main Content:

  • The document provides brief biographical information about the 1970 Bodky Award winners:
    • Jane Bryden: A graduate student at the New England Conservatory of Music, currently a member of the Camerata of the Museum of Fine Arts in Cambridge, Massachusetts. She has performed solo recitals and is involved with early music ensembles.
    • Joel Cohen: A composer, lutenist, and co-winner with Jane Bryden. He is the director of the Camerata at Brandeis University, a graduate of Brown University, and has studied composition with Randall Thompson.
    • Preethi de Silva: A graduate student at the Yale School of Music, studying harpsichord under Ralph Kirkpatrick. She has performed in concerts and broadcasts in Ceylon and West Berlin.
    • Roger Evans: A graduate student in music at Yale University, who has received a grant to study Tudor and Stuart music in England. He studied organ with Paul Jenkins at Steveston University and performed on early keyboard instruments.

3. Information About the Erwin Bodky Award:

  • The Erwin Bodky Award was established by the Cambridge Society for Early Music in 1968 in honor of Erwin Bodky, the Society's founder.
  • The award is given annually to one or more outstanding artists in New England who demonstrate special interest and competence in the performance of early music.
  • The Society has added a new dimension to the award: the Erwin Bodky Award Endowment Fund, which provides financial support for young artists.
  • The winners are selected after auditions before the Erwin Bodky Award Committee, assisted by well-known musicologists.

4. Call to Action:

  • The document invites donations to support the Erwin Bodky Award Endowment Fund. It provides details for making a donation, including the name and address of the Cambridge Society for Early Music:
    • Professor Harry C. Gatos, Chairman
    • Cambridge Society for Early Music
    • Box 536, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138

5. Sponsors:

  • The document lists the Bodky Award Sponsors, including:
    • Leo L. Beranek
    • Lily Bodky
    • Harry C. Gatos
    • Iva Dee Hatt
    • Frank J. Hubbard
    • John N. J. Burk Memorial Fund
    • Roy Lamson
    • David Rockefeller
    • Arthur S. Rosenfeld
    • William Schwann
    • Helen S. Stoberg
    • Isabel Kimball Whiting, In Memoriam

6. Footer:

  • The bottom left corner includes the text:
    "Anonymous, XIII C."
  • There are also some handwritten or typed notes in the margins, such as "this shee ria)" and "fonso?)", which appear to be annotations or corrections.

Overall Context:

The document serves as both a program for an evening of early music performances and a promotional piece for the Erwin Bodky Award, highlighting the achievements of the 1970 winners and encouraging support for the award through donations. The design and layout suggest it is part of a formal event or concert program.

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The image is a document titled "About the 1970 Bodky Award Winners" from the Cambridge Society for Early Music. The document features a yellow background with black text, and it provides information about the winners of the Erwin Bodky Award for 1970. The winners are:

  1. Jane Bryden: A graduate student of Gladys Miller at the New England Conservatory of Music, Jane is currently a member of the Museum of Fine Arts, the Cambridge Consort, the New England Conservatory Chapel Choir, and the King's Chapel Choir. She has given solo recitals at the Gardner Museum, WGBH, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Brandeis University.

  2. Joel Cohen: A composer, lutenist, and co-winner with Jane Bryden, Joel is the director of the Camerata of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. He teaches at Brandeis University and received his master of arts degree from Harvard, where he studied composition with Randall Thompson. He studied for two years in Paris with Nadia Boulanger as a Danforth Fellow.

  3. Preethi de Silva: A graduate student at the Yale School of Music, Preethi is studying harpsichord under Ralph Kirkpatrick. Born in Colombo, Ceylon, she received her early musical training from 1961 to 1963 and earned diplomas from the Royal Academy of Music in London. From 1964 to 1968, she studied at the Hochschule für Musik in West Berlin, obtaining honors in the final examinations in piano and harpsichord. She has performed in concerts and broadcasts in Ceylon, West Berlin, West Germany, and Seattle, including performances of her own compositions for harpsichord and chamber groups.

  4. Roger Evans: A graduate student in music at Yale University, Roger received a grant to study Tudor and Stuart music in England this summer. He studied organ with Paul Jenkins at Stetson University and was an intern in the Smithsonian Institution's Division of Musical Instruments, where he studied and performed on early keyboard instruments in the national collection during the summer of 1969.

The document also mentions the Erwin Bodky Award, which was established by the Cambridge Society for Early Music in honor of its founder, Erwin Bodky. The award is given annually to one or more outstanding artists in New England who give evidence of special interest and competence in the performance of early music in a style as close to the original as possible. The award offers an unusual performing opportunity to young artists, as well as an honorarium. The winners are selected after auditions before the Award Committee, assisted by well-known musicologists.

The document concludes with information about the Erwin Bodky Award Endowment Fund, inviting readers to become donors to provide the income from the fund, and includes contact information for Professor Harry C. Gatos, Chairman of the Cambridge Society for Early Music. The document also lists the sponsors of the Bodky Award.