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The image displays an open book, with the left page featuring a document from "The Boston Musica Viva," an organization dedicated to contemporary music. The document, likely a program or brochure, includes information about the group's 1971-72 concert season. It lists various concerts, dates, and pieces to be performed, such as works by John Huggler, W. A. Mozart, and other composers. It also mentions the musical director, Richard Pittman, and provides details on ticket prices and how to obtain them. The right page of the book features what appears to be a musical score, with notation and various musical symbols. The book itself has a visible binding, with the left edge showing a red and beige pattern.

The image shows a page from a program booklet for "The Boston Musica Viva," which is part of a concert series dedicated to presenting new twentieth-century music. The program is directed by Richard Pitman.

The concert schedule for the season 1971-72 is outlined on the page. Here are the details of the concerts:

1. October 6:

   • John Huggler, "Music for 13 Instruments" (first performance)
   • W.A. Mozart, "Serenade in C minor, K. 388"
   • Alban Berg, "Chamber Concerto for Violin, Piano, and 13 Winds"

2. November 23:

   • Paul Hindemith, "Die junge Magd" (arranged by Stuart Fancyt and Fantasia in C by Luciano Berio)
   • Mauricio Kagel, "Musik aus Diaphonie"
   • George Edwards, "Kreuz und Quer" (first performance)

3. February 7:

   • George Crumb, "Eleven Echoes of Autumn"
   • Joseph Schwantner, "Consort II" (first performance)
   • Karl Heinz Fusek, "Miorita"
   • Anton von Webern, "Drei kurze Stücke"
   • W.A. Mozart, "Kegelstatt Trio in Eb Major, K. 498"

4. April 17:

   • Donald Harris, "Ludus II" (first performance)
   • Thea Musgrave, "Chamber Concerto No. 2"
   • Arnold Schoenberg, "Pierrot Lunaire"

The program includes a list of soloists:

• Nancy Cirillo, violin
• Luise Vosgerschen, piano
• Jay Humeston, cello
• Virginia Blakeman, viola
• Jan Curtis, alto and sprechstimme
• Elsa Charlston, soprano

Additional information includes:

• Ticket prices are $5.00 for general admission, $3.00 for students.
• Tickets can be purchased by returning the enclosed envelope or contacting the Boston Musica Viva office.
• Museum hours are from 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday.
• The ticket office is open one hour before each concert at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138.
• Phone number provided for inquiries: 495-2338.
• The program notes that programs are subject to change.

The program also features an image of a musical score on the right side of the page, illustrating a detailed musical layout.

The image shows an open program booklet for a series of concerts by The Boston Musica Viva, which was directed by Richard Pitman. The booklet appears to be from the 1971-72 season. Here's a detailed summary:

Title and Introduction:

• The title "The Boston Musica Viva" is prominently displayed at the top of the page, with Richard Pitman listed as the Musical Director.
• The introductory text explains that The Boston Musica Viva is dedicated to presenting the best twentieth-century music. It aims to develop an audience for new music through innovative programming and excellent performances.
• The group continues to present new works by American composers, including John Huggler, Edward Edwards, Schwantner, and others.
• The concert series consists of four performances, with individual tickets priced at $10, and student tickets at $5. The venue is the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University.

Concert Schedule:

• October 6:

  • John Huggler: Music for 13 Instruments (first performance)
  • W. A. Mozart: Serenade in C minor, K. 388
  • Alban Berg: Chamber Concerto for Violin, Piano, and 13 Winds

• November 23:

  • Paul Hindemith: Die junge Magd
  • John Jenkins, arr. by Stout: Fancy and Fantasia in C
  • Luciano Berio: Sequenza VI for Solo Viola
  • Maurice Kagel: Musik aus Diaphonie
  • George Edwards: Kreuz und Quer (first performance)

• February 7:

  • George Crumb: Eleven Echoes of Autumn
  • Joseph Schwantner: Consortium II (first performance)
  • Karl Heinz Füssl: Miorita
  • Anton von Weber: Drei kurze Stücke
  • W. A. Mozart: Kegelstatt Trio in Eb Major, K. 498

• April 17:

  • Donald Harris: Ludus II (first performance)
  • Thea Musgrave: Chamber Concerto No. 2
  • Arnold Schoenberg: Pierrot Lunaire

Soloists:

• Nancy Cirillo, violin
• Luise Vosgerschen, piano
• Jay Humeston, cello
• Virginia Blakeman, viola
• Jan Curtis, alto and sprechstimme
• Elsa Charlston, soprano

Additional Notes:

• The programs are subject to change.
• Tickets can be obtained by returning the enclosed envelope or applying directly to the Busch-Reisinger Museum, with museum hours from 9 to 5, Monday through Friday.
• Individual concert tickets will be available one hour before the concert at the door.

The booklet is designed with a minimalist aesthetic, featuring a combination of text and musical notation sketches. The concert details are laid out clearly, and the overall presentation is clean and informative.

The image shows an open program booklet for "The Boston Musica Viva," directed by Richard Pittman. It appears to be from the 1971-72 concert season. Here is a detailed summary:

Front Page:

• Title: "The Boston Musica Viva"
• Director: Richard Pittman, Musical Director
• Location: Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, 32 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138
• Phone: 495-2338

Content:

The booklet describes the mission of the Boston Musica Viva, which is to develop an audience for new music through stimulating programming and excellence of performance. The group presents the first performance of a new work written especially for each concert of the Boston Musica Viva by an American composer.

Concert Schedule:

The concert schedule includes four concerts for the 1971-72 season, with dates and pieces to be performed:

October 6:

• John Huggler: Music for 13 Instruments (First performance)
• W. A. Mozart: Serenade in C minor, K. 388
• Alban Berg: Chamber Concerto for Violin, Piano, and 13 Winds

November 23:

• Paul Hindemith: Die junge Magd (arr. by Stout)
• John Jenkins: Fantasy and Fancy in C
• Luciano Berio: Sequenza VI for Solo Viola (First performance)
• Maurice Kagel: Musik aus Diaphonie
• George Edwards: Kreuz und Quer (First performance)

February 7:

• George Crumb: Eleven Echoes of Autumn (First performance)
• Joseph Schwantner: Consortium II (First performance)
• Karlheinz Stockhausen: Mikrophonie I
• Anton von Webern: Drei kurze Stücke, Op. 19
• W. A. Mozart: Kegelstatt Trio in E-flat Major, K. 498

April 17:

• Donald Harris: Ludus II (First performance)
• Thea Musgrave: Chamber Concerto No. 2
• Arnold Schoenberg: Pierrot Lunaire

Soloists:

• Nancy Cirillo, violin
• Luise Vosgerschien, piano
• Jay Humeston, cello
• Virginia Blakeman, viola
• Jan Curtis, alto and sprechstimme
• Elsa Charleston, soprano

Additional Information:

• The cost for the entire concert series is $10, with individual tickets priced at $3.50, and student tickets at $2.50.
• Tickets can be obtained by returning the enclosed envelope or applying directly to the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
• Museum hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
• Tickets for individual concerts are available one hour before the concert at the door.
• The Boston Musica Viva, Inc. is a non-profit corporation, and additional donations are tax-deductible.

Notes:

• Programs are subject to change.

The booklet also features a decorative, red musical diagram on the right page, possibly related to the music being performed.

The image depicts a concert season brochure for "The Boston Musica Viva" from the year 1971-1972. Here are the detailed elements:

1. Organization Name and Leadership:

   • The group is called "The Boston Musica Viva."
   • Richard Pittman is listed as the Musical Director.

2. Mission Statement:

   • The ensemble is dedicated to presenting the best twentieth-century music.
   • It aims to develop its audience through stimulating programming and excellence of performance.
   • The group continues its policy of presenting the first performance of new works, especially by The Boston Musica Viva's composers-in-residence: John Heiss, Edward Miller, and Scott Wheeler.

3. Concert Schedule for 1971-72:

   • October 6:
     • John Huggler, Music for 13 Instruments
     • W. A. Mozart, Serenades in C minor, K. 388
     • Alban Berg, Chamber Concerto for Violin, Piano and 13 Winds
   • November 23:
     • Paul Hindemith, Die junge Magd
     • John Jenkins, arr. by Stout, Fantcy and Fantasia in C
     • Luciano Berio, Sequenza VI for Solo Viola
     • Mauricio Kagel, Musik aus Diasphonie
     • George Edwards, Kreuz und Quer (first performance)
   • February 7:
     • George Crumb, Eleven Echoes of Autumn
     • Joseph Schwantner, Consortium II (first performance)
     • Karl Heinz Fussl, Miorita
     • Anton von Webern, Drei kleine Stücke
     • W. A. Mozart, Kegelstatt Trio in Eb Major, K. 498
   • April 17:
     • Donald Harris, Ludis II (first performance)
     • Thea Musgrave, Chamber Concerto No. 2
     • Arnold Schoenberg, Pierrot Lunaire

4. Soloists:

   • Nancy Cirillo, violin
   • Luise Vosgerchian, piano
   • Jay Humeston, cello
   • Virginia Blakeman, viola
   • Jan Curtis, alto and sprechstimme
   • Elsa Charlston, soprano

5. Ticket Information:

   • Subscription for the four-concert series costs $10, with individual concert tickets priced at $3 or $2 for students.
   • Tickets can be purchased by mail or at the door, with mail orders needing to be sent to the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University.
   • Tickets for individual concerts will be available one hour before each concert at the door.
   • There is a note that the program is subject to change.

6. Additional Notes:

   • The brochure includes a mailing envelope flap with some text, likely for sending in subscription orders.
   • There is also a part of a musical score visible on the right side of the brochure.

The image overall provides a comprehensive overview of the ensemble's goals, concert schedule, featured composers, and performers for the 1971-1972 season.

The image shows a concert schedule for The Boston Musica Viva for the 1971-72 season. The ensemble, under the musical direction of Richard Pittman, is dedicated to presenting and fostering contemporary music. The season begins on October 6, 1971, at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University.

The concert schedule includes the following performances:

1. October 6:

   • John Huggler: Music for 13 Instruments (first performance)
   • W. A. Mozart: Sextands in C minor, K. 516
   • Alban Berg: Chamber Concerto for Violin, Piano and 13 Winds

2. November 23:

   • Paul Hindemith: Die junge Magd
   • John Jenkins, arr. by Stout: Fancy and Fantasia in C
   • Luciano Berio: Sequenza VI for Solo Viola
   • Mauricio Kagel: Musik für Diaphone
   • George Edwards: Aeolus and Quos (first performance)

3. February 7:

   • George Crumb: Eleven Echoes of Autumn
   • Charles Ives: Piano Sonata II (new performance)
   • Karl Heinz Füssl: Miorita
   • Anton von Webern: Drei Kantze Stücke
   • W. A. Mozart: Kegelstatt Trio in Eb Major, K. 498

4. April 17:

   • Donald Harris: Ludus II (first performance)
   • Thea Musgrave: Chamber Concerto no. 2
   • Arnold Schoenberg: Pierrot Lunaire

Soloists for the season include:

• Nancy Cirillo, violin
• Robert Roggeri, piano
• Jay Humeston, clarinet
• Virginia Blakeman, viola
• Ian Curtis, alto and sprechstimme
• Elsa Charlston, soprano

The schedule notes that the Boston Musica Viva will commission a new work by an American composer for the season. The cost for the four-concert series is $10, with individual concert tickets available for $3.50. Tickets can be purchased by mail or at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

The program is subject to change, and the ensemble encourages the audience to support new music through subscriptions and donations, which are tax-deductible.

This image shows an open book or booklet with information regarding "The Boston Musica Viva." The left page has a title in large font that reads "THE BOSTON MUSICA VIVA" with a subtitle "Richard Pittman, Musical Director." Below the titles, there is text that describes the Boston Musica Viva, detailing that their concert season begins at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University. It also mentions their commitment to presenting twentieth-century music and engaging an audience for new music through educational programming and live performances.

Alongside the text, there is also logistical information about the organization and an invitation to subscribe to the concert series for the year. The right page displays a "Concert Schedule, 1971-72," listing performance dates and featured works, including music by John Huggler, W.A. Mozart, Alban Berg, Paul Hindemith, George Crumb, Kurt Hessenberg, Anton von Webern, Donald Harris, and Arnold Schoenberg. The pieces are performed by various soloists whose names are listed at the bottom right.

On this schedule page, there is also a graphic element—a circular musical notation or score graphic that gives an artistic flair to the information. The pages seem somewhat aged, suggesting that the document is an original or reproduction from the period mentioned (1971-72). The book or booklet lies open flat on a table or surface, with additional books or booklets stacked alongside on the left, altogether giving the impression of being part of an archive or collection.

This image shows a concert program or flyer for "The Boston Musica Viva" with musical director Richard Pittman. The flyer outlines the third season of concerts starting October 6 at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, for the 1971-72 season. It mentions the group's dedication to presenting contemporary twentieth-century music and its commitment to performing the first performance of new works, especially by American composers.

The text includes:

1. An invitation to subscribe to the four-concert series costing $10, with individual tickets available for $3, or $2 for students.
2. Contact information for tickets through the Busch-Reisinger Museum and a phone number.
3. A concert schedule with dates and pieces performed by various composers:

• October 6: John Huggler, W. A. Mozart, Alban Berg
• November 23: Paul Hindemith, John Jenkins, Luciano Berio, Mauricio Kagel, George Edwards
• February 7: George Crumb, Joseph Schwantner, Karl Heinz Füssl, Anton von Webern, W. A. Mozart
• April 17: Donald Harris, Thea Musgrave, Arnold Schoenberg

It lists the soloists involved, including Nancy Cirillo (violin), Luise Vosgerschier (piano), Jay Humeston (cello), Virginia Blakeman (viola), Jan Curtis (alto and sprechstimme), and Elsa Charlston (soprano).

There is also an image of a circular, abstract musical score or notation on the right side of the flyer. The flyer is printed in a reddish-brown ink on brown paper and is placed on top of some open books or papers. A white pointer or pen is directed toward the left section of the flyer.

The image shows an open book or program with a focus on a page titled "The Boston Musica Viva". The page appears to be part of a concert program or booklet, likely from the early 1970s, as indicated by the concert schedule for the 1971-72 season.

Key Details:

Header:

• Title: "The Boston Musica Viva"
• Subtitle: "Richard Pittman, Musical Director"

Content:

• Introduction: The text explains that the Boston Musica Viva is a concert series that began its third season on October 6 at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University. The series is dedicated to presenting the best twentieth-century music and aims to stimulate programming and excellence in performance. It also highlights the group's policy of premiering new works, with the first concert featuring a new work by an American composer.
• Ticket Information: The cost for the four-concert series is $10 for individuals and $5 for students. Individual concert tickets are $3 or $2 for students. The Boston Musica Viva, Inc., is a non-profit corporation, and donations are tax-deductible.
• How to Obtain Tickets: Tickets can be obtained by returning an enclosed envelope or applying directly to the Busch-Reisinger Museum or Harvard University. Contact details are provided, including an address in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and a telephone number (495-2338). Tickets for individual concerts will be available one hour before the concert at the door.

Concert Schedule:

The page lists a concert schedule for the 1971-72 season, with the following details:

1. October 6:

   • John Hugger: Music for 13 Instruments (first performance)
   • W. A. Mozart: Serenade in C minor, K. 388
   • Alban Berg: Chamber Concerto for Violin, Piano and 13 Winds

2. November 23:

   • Paul Hindemith: Die junge Magd
   • John Jenkins: arr. by Stout, Fancy and Fantasia in C
   • Luciano Berio: Sequenza VI for Solo Viola
   • Mauricio Kagel: Musik aus Diaphonie
   • George Edwards: Kreuz und Quer (first performance)

3. February 7:

   • George Crumb: Eleven Echoes of Autumn (first performance)
   • Joseph Schwantner: Drei kurze Stücke
   • Anton von Webern: Konzertstück
   • W. A. Mozart: Kigelstatt Trio in Eb Major, K. 498

4. April 17:

   • Donald Harris: Ludas II (first performance)
   • Thea Musgrave: Chamber Concerto no. 2
   • Arnold Schoenberg: Pierrot Lunaire

Soloists:

• Nancy Cirillo, violin
• Luise Vosgerichien, piano
• Jay Humeston, cello
• Virginia Blakeman, viola
• Jan Curtis, alto and sprechstimme
• Elsa Charlston, soprano

Additional Notes:

• The page includes a small, detailed musical score or diagram on the right side, likely illustrating one of the pieces to be performed. The score features various musical notations, including clefs, notes, and dynamics.
• At the bottom of the page, it states: "Programs subject to change."

Design and Layout:

• The page has a clean, minimalist design with a light brown background and black text.
• The title "The Boston Musica Viva" is prominently displayed in large, bold, serif font.
• The layout is organized, with clear sections for the introduction, concert schedule, soloists, and additional notes.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a well-structured concert program for the Boston Musica Viva, highlighting its commitment to contemporary and avant-garde music. The inclusion of both established and contemporary composers, along with detailed performance information, suggests a focus on innovation and artistic exploration. The visual design is professional and inviting, aimed at attracting an audience interested in modern classical music.

The image is of a book open to a page with the title "The Boston Musica Viva" at the top. The book is placed on a gray surface. The page contains a schedule of concerts for the 1971-72 season, along with some text describing the concerts and the organization. The text is written in red ink. The schedule includes the dates, composers, and performers for each concert. The page also includes a diagram of the seating arrangement for the concerts.