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The image shows a promotional flyer for "The Boston Musica Viva," a music ensemble. The flyer includes several key pieces of information:

1. Ensemble Members:

   • Richard Pittman, Music Director
   • Nancy Cirillo, violin
   • Jay Humeston, cello
   • Geoffrey Burleson, piano
   • John Heiss, flute
   • William Witzel, clarinet
   • Virginia Blakeman, oboe
   • Janet Underhill, bassoon
   • Lisa Charlston, soprano
   • Joan Esch, cello
   • Additional guest artists

2. Season Details:

   • The ensemble will present its fourth season of concerts at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, 32 Quincy St., Cambridge.
   • The season begins on October 7.
   • The group will perform new works written specifically for the Boston Musica Viva by composers such as Carl Ruskoft, Joyce Mekeel, Oliver Knussen, Joseph Schwantner, and Bernard Rands.

3. Subscription Information:

   • Season tickets for the four-concert series are priced at $15 for subscribers ($20 for non-subscribers).
   • Exchanges for the season exceed the income from season ticket sales by a substantial amount, and additional tax-deductible donations (Donor's Circle Patrons, $25; Sponsors, $50; Benefactors, $100+) are gratefully needed.
   • Tickets can be obtained by returning the enclosed envelope or applying in person at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, 32 Quincy St., Cambridge, Mass. 02138, or by calling 495-2335 during office hours (9 to 5 Monday through Friday).
   • Tickets for individual concerts will be available at the door one hour before each concert.

4. Concert Program:

   • The flyer includes a list of pieces to be performed, such as:
     • "Eleven Echoes of Autumn" by George Crumb (for violin, clarinet, piano, and cello)
     • "Quintet" by Carl Ruskoft (for flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and piano)
     • "Sonata" by Joyce Mekeel (for flute and piano)
     • "Quintet" by Oliver Knussen (for flute, clarinet, violin, cello, and piano)
     • "Music for Cello and Piano" by Joseph Schwantner (first performance)
     • "Madrigals, Book II" by Bernard Rands (for soprano, flute, clarinet, violin, cello, and piano)

The flyer is designed with a musical theme, featuring a musical score excerpt from "Eleven Echoes of Autumn" by George Crumb on the right side.

The image shows a concert program booklet for the Boston Musica Viva, an ensemble specializing in contemporary music. Here's a detailed summary:

1. Ensemble Information:

   • Name: Boston Musica Viva
   • Music Director: Richard Pittmann

   The ensemble members are listed as follows:

   • Nancy Cirillo, violin
   • Jay Humeston, cello
   • Luise Vosgerchian, piano
   • John Heiss, flute
   • William Wrzesien, clarinet
   • Virginia Blakeman, viola
   • Jan Curtis, mezzo-soprano
   • Elsa Charlston, soprano
   • Joan Esch, cello (additional guest artist)

2. Concert Series:

   • The Boston Musica Viva is presenting its fourth season of concerts at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, beginning on October 7.
   • The ensemble is committed to performing new works, especially those written specifically for them. This season includes the first performances in Boston of works by Carl Ruggles, Joyce Mekeel, Oliver Knussen, and Donald Harris.

3. Ticket Information:

   • Season tickets for the four-concert series are priced at $12.
   • Individual concert tickets can be purchased for $4 (for the general public) and $2 (for students).
   • Expenses for the season exceed the income from ticket sales, and additional tax-deductible donations are requested.
   • Guarantors contributing $50 or more and Benefactors contributing $25 or more are urgently needed.
   • Tickets can be obtained directly by returning an enclosed envelope to:
     Boston Musica Viva, Inc.
     Busch-Reisinger Museum, 29 Kirkland St.
     Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138
   • Office hours for ticket sales are Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.
   • Tickets will also be available at the door one hour before each concert.

4. Additional Insert:

   • There is a smaller insert detailing a specific concert featuring works for violin, clarinet, and piano by Witold Lutoslawski, Igor Stravinsky, and Béla Bartók.
   • This concert is scheduled for Wednesday, October 11.

The booklet also contains musical scores and seating charts related to the concerts.

The image displays an informational booklet and an envelope related to "The Boston Musica Viva," a musical ensemble.

Booklet Details:

• Title: The Boston Musica Viva

• Music Director: Richard Pittman

• Artists Listed:

  • Nancy Cirillo, violin
  • Jay Humeston, cello
  • Luise Vosgerschian, piano
  • John Heiss, flute
  • William Wrzesien, clarinet
  • Virginia Blakeman, viola
  • Jan Curtis, mezzo-soprano
  • Elsa Charlston, soprano
  • Joan Esch, cello
  • Additional guest artists

• Season Information:

  • The group will present its fourth season of concerts at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, 29 Kirkland St., Cambridge, beginning on October 7.
  • The season features new works commissioned specifically for The Boston Musica Viva by American composers at each concert.
  • Composers mentioned include Carl Roskott, Joseph Schwantner, and Douglas Harris.

• Subscription and Ticket Information:

  • Subscription tickets for the four-concert series are priced at $12.
  • Individual concert tickets are priced at $4 ($2 for students).
  • Expenses for the season exceed income from ticket sales, so additional tax-deductible donations are required. Donation levels include:
    • Donor: $10+
    • Patron: $25+
    • Guarantor: $50+
    • Benefactor: $100+

• Ticket Availability:

  • Tickets may be obtained by returning the enclosed envelope or applying directly to the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
  • Museum office hours are Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.
  • Tickets for individual concerts can also be purchased one hour before each concert.

Envelope:

• Addressed To: The Boston Musica Viva, Inc.
• Address: Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, 29 Kirkland St., Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138
• Postmark: Partially visible, indicating it was sent from Cambridge, MA.

Additional Content:

• Sheet Music: There is a sheet music page with musical notations, possibly from a piece performed by the ensemble.
• Handwritten Note: There is a handwritten note at the bottom right corner of the sheet music page mentioning "Eleven Echoes of Autumn" by George Crumb.

This booklet and envelope serve as both promotional material and a means for attendees to subscribe to or purchase tickets for the concerts.

The image shows a collection of documents related to "The Boston Musica Viva," a music ensemble. The central focus is on a promotional brochure or program for their concerts.

Here's a detailed summary:

1. Brochure Cover (Left Side):

   • The brochure prominently displays the name "The Boston Musica Viva" with "Richard Pittman, Music Director" underneath.
   • The names of several guest artists are listed, including:
     • Nancy Girillo, violin
     • Jay Humeston, cello
     • Luise Vosgerschian, piano
     • John Heiss, flute
     • William Wrzesien, clarinet
     • Virginia Blakeman, viola
     • Jan Curtis, mezzo-soprano
     • Elsa Charlston, soprano
     • Joan Esch, cello
   • The brochure mentions that this is the fourth season of concerts at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, starting on October 7.

2. Text on the Left Page:

   • The text explains that the group will perform a new work by an American composer at each concert, featuring works by Carl Radek, Jay Meekel, Oliver Knussen, Joseph Schwantner, and Douglas Harris.
   • The Boston Musica Viva invites readers to subscribe for the four-concert series at $12. Individual concert tickets are priced at $4 ($2 for students).
   • It also mentions that expenses for the season exceed income from ticket sales and that additional donations are needed to cover these costs.
   • Donation levels include:
     • Donor: $10
     • Patron: $25
     • Guarantor: $50
     • Benefactor: $100+
   • Instructions are provided for obtaining tickets by returning the enclosed envelope or calling the museum office.

3. Right Page (Program Details):

   • The right page includes a program for a specific concert, detailing the pieces to be performed, including a piece titled "Eleven Echoes of Autumn" by George Crumb.
   • The program lists the following works:
     • "Quartet for violin, clarinet & piano" by George Crumb
     • "Concerto Mortem et Tempus" for cello and percussion by Douglas Harris
     • Other works are mentioned but not fully legible in this image.

4. Additional Notes:

   • The brochure appears to be from the early 1980s, based on the style and content.
   • The image shows the brochure opened and placed among other documents, indicating it might be part of a collection or archive.

The overall content and layout of the brochure are indicative of a detailed and well-organized promotional material for a classical music concert series.

The image shows a folded program or ticket for "The Boston Musica Viva," an organization that presents concerts. The program is spread out on a surface, revealing several key details:

1. Program Header: The top left section prominently displays "The Boston Musica Viva" in bold text.

2. Music Director: Richard Pittman is listed as the Music Director.

3. Artists List: The program lists several musicians involved in the concerts:

   • Nancy Cirillo (violin)
   • Jay Humeston (cello)
   • Luise Vosgerschian (piano)
   • John Heiss (flute)
   • William Wrzesien (clarinet)
   • Virginia Blakeman (viola)
   • Jan Curtis (mezzo-soprano)
   • Elsa Charlston (soprano)
   • Joan Esch (cello)
   • Additional guest artists are mentioned but not detailed in the visible portion.

4. Season Details: The Boston Musica Viva will present its fourth season of concerts at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, beginning on October 7. The group will perform new works by American composers at each concert, including works by Carl Roskott, Joyce Meyer, Mechel, Oliver Knussen, Joseph Schwann, and Donald Harris.

5. Ticket Information:

   • Subscription tickets for the concert series are priced at $12.
   • Individual concert tickets are priced at $4 ($2 for students).
   • Additional donation levels are mentioned for various categories such as Donor ($10+), Patron ($25+), Guarantor ($50+), and Benefactor ($100+), emphasizing the need for these contributions.

6. Ticket Purchase Instructions: Tickets can be obtained by returning the enclosed envelope or applying directly to the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, 29 Kirkland St., Cambridge, MA 02138. Office hours are Monday through Friday. Additional tickets for individual concerts are available one hour before each concert at the door.

7. Program Design: The program has a vintage design with an intricate map-like illustration on the right side, indicating concert schedules and possibly the locations of the events.

8. Additional Notes: There is a smaller piece of paper with a program title and composer details partially visible, indicating specific concert works, such as "Eleven Echoes of Autumn" by George Crumb.

The overall setting gives a sense of a historical or archived concert program, possibly from the mid-20th century, given the style and content.

The image displays an open book or program featuring information about "The Boston Musica Viva," with Richard Pittman as Music Director. The left page lists the members of the group, including musicians playing various instruments such as violin, cello, piano, flute, clarinet, viola, and soprano, along with details about the group's fourth season of concerts at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University. It includes a schedule of concerts and subscription details. The right page contains a musical score with detailed notations, titled "Eleven Echoes of Autumn" by George Crumb. An envelope from The Boston Musica Viva, Inc. is also visible, addressed to a location at Harvard University. The overall context suggests this is a program or booklet for a series of musical performances.

This image shows an assortment of printed papers and documents. The one in the foreground and focus of the photo is a tan-colored brochure or program titled "The Boston Musica Viva" with various text elements. The text includes names of individuals under the heading "Richard Pittman, Music Director," which seem to indicate the staff or artists associated with the organization or an event. Below the names, there is a paragraph providing information about the Boston Musica Viva presenting its fourth season of concerts at a specific venue, offering details about the program, and performances of new compositions.

On the right side of the brochure, there's part of a musical score printed in red ink, featuring musical notation that seems to wrap around in an arc, creating an interesting graphic element. This could be part of a thematic design or represent a specific musical work.

Behind and partially covered by this brochure are other documents that may also be related to musical events or programs, suggested by the visible text and layout styles that are common in concert programs or promotional materials for arts events. The papers and brochures seem to be arranged on a flat surface, and there's also a glimpse of some off-white or cream-colored objects that could be more papers or envelopes.

Overall, the image appears to capture materials related to The Boston Musica Viva, potentially showcasing promotional or informational documents regarding their musical events, performances, or programming.

The image shows a folded brochure or program for "The Boston Musica Viva." The brochure is laid open on top of an open book, displaying information on the left side and musical notation on the right.

• On the left panel, the text introduces the music group "The Boston Musica Viva," listing Richard Pittman as the Music Director. It also names several musicians and vocalists (Nancy Cirillo, Jay Humeston, Luise Vosgerchian, John Heiss, William Wrzesein, Virginia Blakeman, Jan Curtis, Elsa Charlston, and Joan Fess). It mentions their upcoming fourth season of concerts at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, starting October 7. The text emphasizes new works by American composers and notes the need for patrons and benefactors to support the group financially. Ticket information and prices are also provided.

• The central panel has an attached postcard for mailing, featuring the group's name and address: "The Boston Musica Viva, Inc., Harvard University, Busch-Reisinger Museum, 29 Kirkland St., Cambridge Massachusetts 02138."

• The right panel displays a curved section of musical notation printed in a reddish-brown color, with the caption "from 'Eleven Echoes of Autumn' by George Crumb" below it, indicating it is from a specific musical composition.

This brochure serves as both an announcement and invitation for the music series, combining text with visual sheet music as a thematic design element.

The image shows a page from a book or pamphlet that appears to be an advertisement or announcement for a musical event. The text on the page reads "The Boston Musica Viva" and includes a list of musicians and guest artists who will be performing. The image also includes a musical score and a diagram of a concert hall or performance space. The page is folded in half, with the left side showing the text and the right side showing the musical score and diagram.

The image depicts a collection of documents related to a musical event or series of performances. Here is a detailed description:

Key Elements in the Image:

1. Brochure or Program:

• Title: The central document is titled "THE BOSTON MUSICA VIVA."
• Content: It appears to be a program or brochure for a musical series. The text includes:
  • Music Director: Richard Pitman.
  • Performers: A list of musicians, including Nancy Cirillo (violin), Jay Humeston (cello), Louise Vogerschan (piano), John Heis (flute), William Wrzien (clarinet), Virginia Blakeman (viola), Jan Curtis (mezzo-soprano), Elsa Charlton (soprano), and Joan Esch (cello).
  • Description: The brochure mentions that the Boston Musica Viva will present its fourth season of concerts at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, 29 Kirkland St., Cambridge, beginning on October 7. The group will perform new works written specifically for them by American composers, including Carl Roesner, Joyce Mekeel, Oliver Knussen, Joseph Schwantner, and Donald Harris.
  • Ticket Information: It states that tickets for the four-concert series are available for $12 ($8 for students). Individual concert tickets may be purchased at $12 ($8 for students). The brochure also mentions tax-deductible donations and contact information for purchasing tickets.

2. Architectural Drawing:

• Content: To the right of the brochure is a detailed architectural drawing. It appears to depict a circular or dome-like structure with labeled sections, likely representing a concert hall or performance space. The drawing includes:
  • Labels: The structure is labeled with various sections, such as seating areas, stage, and other architectural features.
  • Annotations: There are numerical labels (e.g., "E-5") and directional arrows, suggesting a detailed layout for the space.
  • Artist Credit: At the bottom of the drawing, it is credited to "George Crumb" and references "Eleven Echoes of Autumn."

3. Additional Documents:

• Left Side: On the left side of the image, there are additional documents or pages, possibly from a larger archive or collection. These appear to be old or historical documents with visible text and markings. Some text is legible, such as "in," "a ve," and other fragments, suggesting these might be part of a larger manuscript, ledger, or collection of records.
• Right Side: There are more documents or pages stacked behind the central brochure and drawing, indicating that this is part of a larger archive or collection.

4. Overall Context:

• The materials suggest this is an archive or collection related to a musical series or event. The combination of a program, architectural drawing, and historical documents implies that this could be part of a museum, library, or institutional archive, possibly related to the Busch-Reisinger Museum or Harvard University.
• The architectural drawing by George Crumb, a renowned composer, further emphasizes the artistic and cultural significance of the event.

Summary:

The image shows a collection of materials related to the Boston Musica Viva, a musical series. It includes a program detailing performers, concert dates, and ticket information, an architectural drawing of a performance space by George Crumb, and additional historical or archival documents. The materials are likely part of an institutional archive, possibly at the Busch-Reisinger Museum or Harvard University. The combination of musical, architectural, and archival elements highlights the cultural and historical importance of the event.