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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1971-1972

ARCH.2013.5.14, Rendition: 798049

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The image shows an open page from a scrapbook or album, containing two newspaper clippings related to music events.

  1. Left Clipping:

    • Title: "Nancy Cirillo"
    • Content: The clipping mentions that Nancy Cirillo, a pianist, will join violinist Luise Vosgerchian as a soloist with the Pro Arte Chamber Orchestra in a concert on Wednesday evening at Jordan Hall in Boston. The concert is part of the opening of the Boston Music Festival. There are also references to other concerts, including one at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
    • Image: There is a photograph of Nancy Cirillo seated at a piano.
    • Note: The clipping has a handwritten note in red ink that says "Monitor."
  2. Right Clipping:

    • Title: "Bright music prospects in Cambridge"
    • Content: The article by Louis Snyder discusses upcoming music events in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It highlights several performances and series:
      • The Cantata Singers' annual series at Sanders Theater.
      • The New York Chamber Soloists performing Handel's "Acis and Galatea."
      • The premiere of a new choral work by John Harbison.
      • Performances by the St. Paul's Boys Choir and the Harvard-Radcliffe Chorus.
      • A series of concerts by Musica Viva under the direction of Michael Raucheisen, featuring contemporary music.
      • The Peabody-Mason Foundation's free concert series, including performances by various orchestras and soloists.
    • Note: Several lines in the article are underlined in red ink, emphasizing specific details about the events and performers.

The scrapbook page is neatly organized, with the clippings carefully placed and annotated, indicating a keen interest in documenting musical events and performances.

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The image depicts a newspaper clipping from an old publication, likely from the mid-20th century, featuring a page from a local newspaper.

  1. Left Clipping:

    • The left part of the page has a small photo of Nancy Cirillo.
    • The accompanying text mentions that Nancy Cirillo will join pianist Luise Vongerich as a soloist in the "Cambridge Concerts" at the Cambridge Music Viva concert series on October 6, 1967. This concert is part of the series conducted by Richard Pittman. The concert includes three later concerts of contemporary music scheduled for February 17, March 17, and April 17, all at the Busch-Reisinger Museum in Cambridge.
  2. Right Clipping:

    • The right side of the page contains an article titled "Bright music prospects in Cambridge" by Louis Snyder.
    • The article describes the Cambridge Society for Early Music's annual series in Sanders Theatre, which includes a variety of musical programs from medieval to Renaissance songs and romances, both spoken and played. The series starts on Monday, October 18, with Handel's "Acis and Galatea" by the New York Chamber Solistes. The concerts are free and include a variety of classical music, such as works by Mozart, Berg, Weber, and Schoenberg.
    • The Peabody-Mason Foundation is highlighted for offering a series of free concerts, and the article provides specific dates and performers for the concerts, which are scheduled to take place on November 12, 17, and February 28, with additional concerts on March 15. The concert times are all at 8:30 PM.

The newspaper article highlights the rich musical offerings available in Cambridge during the mentioned period, with a focus on classical music and a variety of programs.

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The image shows an open scrapbook with two newspaper clippings pasted on the right-hand page.

  1. The clipping on the left side of the page features a photograph of a woman, identified as Nancy Cirillo. The accompanying caption mentions that she will join pianist Luise Vosgerchian for a concert at Sanders Theatre, along with the Boston Musica Viva, conducted by Richard Pittman, on Wednesday, October 6, at 8:30 p.m. It also notes that three later concerts of contemporary music will be held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Cambridge, on specific dates: November 3, February 17, and April 7.

  2. The clipping on the right side of the page is an article titled "Bright music prospects in Cambridge" by Louis Snyder. The article discusses various music events taking place in Cambridge, Massachusetts, during the fall and spring seasons. It highlights the activities of the Cambridge Society for Early Music, which presents its annual series in Sanders Theatre on four Wednesday evenings. The first concert, on October 13, features the New York Chamber Soloists. Other events include a performance by the Boston Musica Viva, also conducted by Richard Pittman, on November 3, featuring works by Stravinsky, Berio, and others. The article also mentions the Peabody-Mason Concert series, which offers free concerts at Sanders Theatre, requiring tickets to be requested in advance. The series includes performances by the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Musica Viva, and other notable artists and ensembles.

Both clippings appear to be carefully preserved, and the page is part of a larger scrapbook, suggesting a collection of news related to musical events and figures.

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The image shows an old, opened magazine or book spread featuring articles related to classical music events and prospects. Here's a detailed summary:

Left Page:

  • Photograph: There is a photograph of a woman identified as Nancy Cirillo. The image caption indicates she is from the Wheaton College News Bureau.
  • Article Title: "Nancy Cirillo"
  • Content: The article announces that Nancy Cirillo, a violinist, will join pianist Luise Vosgerchian as a soloist in Johann Sebastian Bach’s Double Concerto. This concert is scheduled for Wednesday evening, October 6, at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. Richard Pittman will conduct three later concerts featuring contemporary music at the Busch-Reisinger Museum on October 17. All these performances are part of a series.

Right Page:

  • Article Title: "Bright music prospects in Cambridge"

  • Author: By Louis Snyder

  • Content:

    • Cambridge Society for Early Music: This society is starting its concert season with a series in Sanders Theatre on Monday evenings, beginning October 18. The first concert features the New York Chamber Soloists performing works by Handel and Vivaldi.
    • Peabody-Mason Concerts: These concerts, directed by pianist Luise Vosgerchian, will present a series of four performances starting on October 6. The program includes works by Mozart, Berg, Schoenberg, and Webern, among others.
    • Additional Concerts: The article mentions other concerts and performances, including a choral concert by the Harvard University Choir on October 24 and other events by various musicians and ensembles throughout the fall season.
  • Concert Listings:

    • Peabody-Mason Music Foundation (Oct. 6, Nov. 23, Jan. 18, March 8)
    • Boston Musica Viva (Oct. 15)
    • Claire Watson, soprano (Nov. 12)
    • Robert De Gartone, piano (Dec. 6)
    • Orchestra Michelangelo (Jan. 12)
    • Gene Boucher, violin (Feb. 23)
    • I Solisti di Zagreb (March 15)

The events are noted to take place at 8:30 in the evening. The Peabody-Mason Foundation offers free admission to students, making it an appealing option for those interested in classical music.

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The image shows an open newspaper with two articles related to classical music performances in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

  1. The article on the left, titled with a photo of Nancy Cirillo, mentions that Nancy Cirillo will join pianist Luise Vongerichten as a soloist in the Harvard Glee Club's Gounod Concerto. This concert is scheduled for Wednesday evening, October 6, at Boston Musica Viva, with Richard Pittman conducting. Additional concerts are planned for November 17, February 7, and April 17 at the Busch-Reisinger Museum in Cambridge.

  2. The article on the right, titled "Bright music prospects in Cambridge," is written by Louis Snyder and discusses various music events and concerts in Cambridge. It highlights the Cambridge Society for Early Music's series in Sanders Theatre, featuring a program of medieval and Renaissance songs and romances. The article mentions several concerts, including performances by the New York Chamber Soloists, and a program by the Boston Musica Viva ensemble directed by Richard Pittman.

The article also lists other concerts offered by the Peabody-Mason Foundation, which are free and require advance ticket requests. These concerts include performances by various musicians and ensembles such as the Boston Chamber Players, the Boston Baroque, and the Solisti di Zagreb.

The articles are clipped from a newspaper and placed in a scrapbook or album. The text indicates that these events are scheduled to take place from October until April, providing a rich variety of classical music performances for the Cambridge community.

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The image shows an open newspaper clipping and a book page. The clipping is from the "Whateum College News Burrows" and features an article and a photograph.

  1. Photograph:

    • The photograph is of a young woman named Nancy Cirillo. She is shown seated, playing the piano.
  2. Article:

    • The article mentions that Nancy Cirillo will join pianist Louise Vogerchian as a soloist in Albert Spalding's "Concerto for Piano and Orchestra" to be played at a concert on Wednesday evening, October 6, at Boston Music Viva, with Richard Pittman conducting.
    • It also mentions three later concerts of contemporary music on February 7, March 7, and April 17, all at the Busch-Reisinger Museum in Cambridge.
  3. Newspaper Clipping Text (Right Side):

    • The headline reads "Bright music prospects in Cambridge" by Louis Snyder.
    • The article discusses the Cambridge Society for Early Music's series of concerts in Sanders Theatre, starting with a performance by the New York Chamber Soloists on October 18, featuring Handel's "Acis and Galatea."
    • Additional concerts are scheduled for November 15, December 6, February 28, and April 11, featuring various musical pieces and artists.
    • The Peabody-Mason Foundation is noted for its free concert series, which includes performances by groups like the Boston Musica Viva, the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, and others.
  4. Book Page:

    • The book page is partially visible, showing the corner of the page with the word "menuet" visible in the top right corner.

The newspaper clipping appears to be from the early to mid-20th century, based on the style of the writing and the layout. The clipping provides information about upcoming musical performances and concerts in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

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The image shows a scrapbook or album with two newspaper clippings affixed to a page. The clipping on the left contains a black-and-white photograph of a person seated and holding what appears to be a violin, accompanied by text that mentions Nancy Cirillo and details about a concert featuring Alban Berg's Chamber Concerto. The clipping on the right is a longer article titled "Bright music prospects in Cambridge" by Louis Snyder. The article discusses upcoming music events in Cambridge, including concerts at the Busch-Reisinger Museum and mentions the Cambridge Society for Early Music, the Peabody-Mason Foundation, and various performers and dates. Some portions of the text are underlined or marked by hand. The page has a clean, cream-colored background, and the clippings appear to be carefully arranged.

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The image shows a newspaper or magazine spread with an article on one side and an advertisement or a smaller article snippet on the other side. To the left, there's an article with the title "Nancy Cirillo," accompanied by a photograph related to the article, which has been obscured. To the right, there is a larger, more prominent article with the header "Bright music prospects in Cambridge" by Louis Snyder. The text discusses musical events in Cambridge, Massachusetts, referencing various musical groups, concerts, and performers associated with classical and chamber music. A reference is made to the Busch-Reisinger Museum located in Cambridge, alongside a schedule of musical events. The page also features several columns of text and a section for continued articles from other pages. The physical condition of the page suggests it could be from an old publication; there's discoloration and signs of wear on the pages.

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The image depicts an open book, showcasing two facing pages. The left page features a black-and-white photograph of a woman dressed in a light-colored, flowing dress, holding what appears to be a musical instrument, possibly a violin. Below the photograph, there is a caption that reads:
"Nancy Cirillo will join pianist Luise Voggerchan as soloist in Alban Berg's Chamber Concerto to be played at the opening concert on Wednesday evening, Oct. 6, of Boston Musica Viva, with Richard Pittman conducting. Three later concerts of contemporary music are scheduled (Nov. 23, Feb. 7, April 17), all at Busch-Reisinger Museum, Cambridge."
The photograph is credited to the "Wheaton College News Bureau," and the word "monitor" is handwritten at the bottom of the page.

The right page contains an article titled "Bright music prospects in Cambridge" by Louis Snyder. The article discusses musical events and performances scheduled in Cambridge, Massachusetts, from early spring until the end of the year. It highlights various concerts, including:

  • The Cambridge Society for Early Music, presenting its annual series in Sanders Theater, starting on Monday, October 18, with performances by the New York Chamber Soloists, Han del’s "Acis and Galatea," and other works.
  • Musica Viva, under Richard Pittman’s direction, with a series of four concerts planned for October, November, February, and April. The programs include works by composers such as Mozart, Berg, Webern, and Schoenberg.
  • The Peabody-Mason Foundation, offering a free concert series at Sanders Theater, with tickets obtainable through a subscription system.

The page also includes a list of upcoming concerts, such as the Orchestra of the Boston Conservatory, with details about dates, composers, and performers. The text is formatted in a classic newspaper or magazine style, with a mix of descriptive prose and bullet-point-like listings of events. The overall design suggests the book is a collection of historical or archival articles, possibly from a newspaper or magazine archive.

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An open book shows two pages with a woman's photo and text. The photo shows a woman sitting on a chair while holding a cello. The text reads "Bright music prospects in Cambridge" and "Nancy Cirillo." The text below reads "mentor" and includes details about the music concerts. The book is placed on a table with a gray surface.