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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1973-1974

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The image shows a program for a concert by "The Boston Musica Viva," held on Tuesday, November 13, 1973, at 8:30 P.M. The venue was the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The music director was Richard Pittman.

The program included the following pieces:

  1. "Dispersion (1972)" by Martin Christoph Redel, which was a world premiere.
  2. "3 Pieces for Clarinet Solo (1918)" by Igor Stravinsky, performed by William Wrzesien on clarinet.
  3. "Sextet (1950)" by Alvin Etler, featuring:
    • Andante moderato
    • Presto
    • Allegro molto

There was an intermission, followed by a repeat performance of "Dispersion" by Martin Christoph Redel, and "Music for Albion Moonlight (1966)" by David Bedford, with Elsa Charleston on soprano.

The concert was dedicated to the memory of Alvin Etler, who passed away unexpectedly in June 1973 at the age of 60. A tribute by Richard Pittman described Etler as a splendid human being and musician, highlighting his integrity, sense of humor, and contributions to the Boston Musica Viva.

The program also listed the members of The Boston Musica Viva, including:

  • John Heiss, flute
  • Raymond Toubman, oboe
  • William Wrzesien, clarinet
  • Donald Bravo, bassoon
  • Dean Anderson, percussion and alto melodica
  • Nancy Cirillo, violin
  • Mary Hadcock, viola
  • John Sessions, cello
  • Evelyn Buckerman Siegel, piano and harpsichord.

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The image is a page from a program for a concert titled "The Boston Musica Viva," conducted by Richard Pittman, Music Director. The concert took place on Tuesday, November 13, 1973, at 8:30 P.M. at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The program includes the following works and performers:

  1. Martin Christoph Redel: "DISPERSION (1972) World Premiere"
  2. Igor Stravinsky: "3 Pieces for Clarinet Solo (1918)" by William Wrzesien, clarinet
  3. Alvin Etler: "Sextet (1950)" with movements labeled as:
    • Andante moderato
    • Allegro molto

There is an intermission after the Sextet.

  1. Martin Christoph Redel: "DISPERSION (repeat)"
  2. David Bedford: "Music for Albion Monlight (1966)" by Elsa Charlton, soprano

The concert is dedicated to the memory of Alvin Etler, who passed away unexpectedly in June of the same year. The dedication notes that Etler was a musician who deeply cared about music, admired by many, and had a significant influence on the Boston Musica Viva. The text also expresses regret over his loss and mentions his contributions to the music community.

At the bottom of the page, the musicians involved in the performance are listed:

  • John Heiss, flute
  • Raymond Toubman, oboe
  • William Wrzesien, clarinet
  • Donald Bravo, bassoon
  • Dean Anderson, percussion and alto melodica
  • Nancy Cirillo, violin
  • Mary Hadcock, viola
  • John Sessions, cello
  • Evelyn Buckerman Siegel, piano and harpsichord

The page is written on aged paper, indicating it may be part of an historical or archival collection.

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The image shows a concert program for "The Boston Musica Viva" conducted by Richard Pittman. The concert took place on Tuesday, November 13, 1973, at 8:30 PM at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Here is a detailed summary of the program:

  1. Dedication:

    • The concert is dedicated to the memory of Alvin Etler, who passed away unexpectedly in June of that year at the age of 60. Richard Pittman, the music director, describes Alvin as a splendid human being, musician, and friend with a strong sense of integrity and humor. He was a supporter and admirer of The Boston Musica Viva and had collaborated on numerous projects.
  2. Program Details:

    • Martin Christoph Redel: "DISPERSION" (1972) - World Premiere
    • Igor Stravinsky: "3 PIECES FOR CLARINET SOLO" (1918) - Performed by William Wrzosin, clarinet
    • Alvin Etler: "SEXTET" (1959) with movements:
      • Andante moderato
      • Lento
      • Allegro molto
    • Intermission
    • Martin Christoph Redel: "DISPERSION" (repeat)
    • David Bedford: "MUSIC FOR ALBION MOONLIGHT" (1966) - Performed by Elsa Charleston, soprano
  3. Musicians:

    • John Heiss, flute
    • Raymond Toubman, oboe
    • William Wrzosin, clarinet
    • Donald Bravo, bassoon
    • Dean Anderson, percussion and alto melodica
    • Nancy Cirillo, violin
    • Mary Hadcock, viola
    • John Sessions, cello
    • Evelyn Buckerman Siegel, piano and harpsichord

The program also includes a heartfelt note from Richard Pittman about Alvin Etler, highlighting his contributions and impact on the musical community.

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The image is a program from a concert titled "The Boston Musica Viva," directed by Richard Pittman. The concert took place on Tuesday, November 13, 1973, at 8:30 P.M. in the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The program lists the following pieces to be performed:

  1. Martin Christoph Redel - "DISPERSION (1972)" (World Premiere)
  2. Igor Stravinsky - "3 PIECES FOR CLARINET SOLO (1918)" performed by William Wrzoscin, clarinet
  3. Alvin Etler - "SEXTET (1959)" with the following movements:
    • Andante moderato
    • Largo
    • Allegro molto

There is an intermission between the first and second halves of the concert.

The second half includes:

  1. Martin Christoph Redel - "DISPERSION" (repeat)
  2. David Bedford - "MUSIC FOR ALBION MOONLIGHT (1966)" with Elsa Charleston, soprano

The program also features a dedication to the memory of Alvin Etler, who passed away unexpectedly in June of that year at the age of 60. The dedication describes Alvin Etler as a splendid human being and a musician who cared deeply about music, known for his integrity, and a sense of humor. He was a supporter and admirer of the Boston Musica Viva and was honored by his response to their request to write a piece for them. The note mentions a great personal loss to those who knew him and a significant loss to the music profession.

The musicians involved in the concert are listed as follows:

  • John Heiss, flute
  • Raymond Toubman, oboe
  • William Wrzoscin, clarinet
  • Donald Bravo, bassoon
  • Dean Anderson, percussion and alto melodica
  • Nancy Cirillo, violin
  • Mary Hadcock, viola
  • John Sessions, cello
  • Evelyn Buckerman Siegel, piano and harpsichord

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The image shows a concert program from the Boston Musica Viva, dated Tuesday, November 13, 1973, at 8:30 P.M., held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Program Details:

  1. Martin Christoph Redel

    • DISPERSION (1972) - World Premiere
  2. Igor Stravinsky

    • 3 PIECES FOR CLARINET SOLO (1918)
    • Performed by William Wrzesien, clarinet
  3. Alvin Etler

    • SEXTET (1959)
      • Andante moderato
      • Lento
      • Allegro molto

Intermission

  1. Martin Christoph Redel

    • DISPERSION (repeat)
  2. David Bedford

    • MUSIC FOR ALBION MOONLIGHT (1966)
    • Performed by Elsa Charlston, soprano

Dedication:

The concert is dedicated to the memory of Alvin Etler, who passed away unexpectedly in June of that year at the age of 60. The dedication, written by Richard Pittman, the Music Director, highlights Etler's qualities as a musician, teacher, and person. It notes his humor, support for the ensemble, and the personal and professional loss felt by his death.

Musicians:

  • John Heiss - Flute
  • Raymond Toubman - Oboe
  • William Wrzesien - Clarinet
  • Donald Bravo - Bassoon
  • Dean Anderson - Percussion and Alto Melodica
  • Nancy Cirillo - Violin
  • Mary Hadoock - Viola
  • John Sessions - Cello
  • Svelyn Tuckerman Siegel - Piano and Harpsichord
  • Elsa Charlston - Soprano

Richard Pittman is the Music Director of the Boston Musica Viva.

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The image depicts a program for a concert by The Boston Musica Viva, held on Tuesday, November 13, 1973, at 8:30 PM at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The concert was directed by Richard Pittman, the Music Director.

The program included the following pieces:

  1. Martin Christoph Redel:

    • "Dispersion" (1972) - World Premiere
  2. Igor Stravinsky:

    • "3 Pieces for Clarinet Duo" (1918)
      • William King, clarinet
      • William Wrzesien, clarinet
  3. Alvin Etler:

    • "Sextet" (1950)
      • Andante moderato
      • Allegro molto
  4. Martin Christoph Redel:

    • "Dispersion" (repeat)
  5. David Bedford:

    • "Music for Albion Moonlight" (1966)
      • Elsa Charlston, soprano

The concert was dedicated to the memory of Alvin Etler, who died unexpectedly earlier that year at the age of 60. Alvin Etler was described as a splendid man, a brilliant musician, and a true lover of music. He was a supporter and admirer of the Boston Musica Viva and had written pieces for the group. Richard Pittman, the Music Director, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to work with Etler and looked forward to the development of a warm friendship.

The performers listed in the program include:

  • John Heiss, flute
  • Ronald Toubman, oboe
  • William King, clarinet
  • William Wrzesien, clarinet
  • Donald Bravo, bassoon
  • Dean Anderson, percussion and alto melodica
  • Nancy Cirillo, violin
  • Mary Badcock, viola
  • Joel Krosnick, cello
  • Evelyn Elsing, cello
  • Evelyn Silver, piano and harpsichord

The program is printed on a single sheet of paper, which appears to be part of a booklet or folder.

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This image shows an open booklet or program, possibly from a music concert. The text on the visible right page reads as follows:

THE BOSTON MUSICA VIVA
Richard Pittman, Music Director

Tuesday, November 13, 1973
8:30 P.M.
Busch-Reisinger Museum
Harvard University
Cambridge, Massachusetts

PROGRAM

Martin Christoph Redel
DISPERSION (1972) World Premiere

Igor Stravinsky
3 PIECES FOR CLARINET SOLO (1918)
William Wrzesien, clarinet

Alvin Etler
SEXTET (1959)
Andante moderato
Lento
Allegro molto

Intermission

Martin Christoph Redel
DISPERSION (repeat)

David Bedford
MUSIC FOR ALBION MOONLIGHT (1966)
Elsa Charlston, soprano

This concert is dedicated to the memory of Alvin Etler, who died unexpectedly in June of this year at the age of 60. Alvin was a splendid human being, a musician's musician who truly cared about music. He had taste, integrity and a marvelous sense of humor. He was a supporter and admirer of the Boston Musica Viva and I felt very honored by his respect for us. I asked him several times to write pieces for us, but there was a book and several commissions for him to finish first. It was my good fortune to work with him on several projects and I was looking forward to the development of a warm friendship. His death is a great personal loss to all of those who were fortunate enough to know him, as well as a great loss to the music profession.

Richard Pittman

THE BOSTON MUSICA VIVA

John Heiss, flute
Raymond Webb, oboe
William Wrzesien, clarinet
Donald Bravo, bassoon
Dean Anderson, percussion and
alto melodica

Nancy Cirillo, violin
John Heiss, viola
Mary Haddocks, cello
Evelyn Zuckerman Siegel,
piano and harpsichord

The left page is partially visible and contains the upper corner of another page, with no distinctive content visible. There is a tear at the top edge of the booklet's right page, and the paper appears aged with some discoloration and creases, suggesting it could be a vintage item.

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The image shows an open book titled "The Boston Musica Viva." It is a program for a concert held on November 13, 1973, at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The concert was directed by Richard Pittman and featured a performance by the Boston Musica Viva ensemble. The program includes a dedication to Alvin Etler, a musician who passed away unexpectedly that year. The program lists the pieces to be performed, including "Dispersion" by Martin Christoph Redel, "3 Pieces for Clarinet Solo" by William Wrzesien, and "Settet" by Alvin Etler. The ensemble members are also listed, including John Heiss on flute, Raymond Touhman on oboe, William Wrzesien on clarinet, Donald Bravo on bassoon, and Dean Anderson on alto melodica, among others.

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The image shows an open book with a green cover and a white page. The book is open to a page that contains text. The text is in black font, and it is written in a formal style. The page contains information about a music concert that was held in honor of Alvin Etler, who passed away at the age of 60. The concert was held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum in Harvard University.

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The image displays a page from a program for a concert held by the Boston Musica Viva on Tuesday, November 13, 1973, at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The program lists the performers and the pieces they will perform.

  • Title and Date
    • The title of the program is "THE BOSTON MUSICA VIVA" in all capital letters.
    • The date of the concert is Tuesday, November 13, 1973.
  • Location
    • The concert was held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
  • Performers and Pieces
    • The performers include:
      • Martin Christoph Redel
      • Igor Stravinsky
      • Alvin Etler
      • David Bedford
      • Richard Pittman
      • John Heiss
      • Raymond Toulman
      • William Wrzesien
      • Donald Bravo
      • Dean Anderson
      • Nancy Cirillo
      • Mary Hadcock
      • John Sessions
      • Evelyn Zuckerman Siegel
    • The pieces they will perform include:
      • "DISPERSSION (1972)" by Martin Christoph Redel
      • "3 PIECES FOR CLARINET SOLO (1918)" by Igor Stravinsky
      • "SEXTET (1950)" by Alvin Etler
      • "MUSIC FOR ALBION MOONLIGHT (1966)" by David Bedford
      • "THE BOSTON MUSICA VIVA" by Richard Pittman
  • Intermission
    • There is an intermission between the first and second halves of the program.
  • Program Notes
    • The program includes notes about each piece and the performers.

Overall, the program provides information about the concert, including the date, location, performers, and pieces they will perform. It also includes notes about each piece and the performers, which may be of interest to music enthusiasts.