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The image appears to be a page from a program booklet for a musical performance. The event is presented by the Amherst College Early Music Consort and The da Camera Singers, held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University on Saturday, December 8, 1973, at 9:15 p.m. Ticket reservations were available until 9:10 p.m.

The program includes several pieces of music:

1. Two Spanish Carols:

   • Judae Albrician, hijos d'Eva
     • Lyrics are provided in English, discussing the birth of Jesus and the celebration of the new Adam.
   • Riu, Riu, Chiu
     • Includes a refrain and three stanzas. The refrain speaks of guarding homes and the birth of Jesus keeping the wolf away. The stanzas discuss the wolf's attempt to harm a lady, the birth of Jesus, and ancient prophecies coming true.

2. Chorale Fantasy: Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern by Buxtehude.

The left side of the page lists other pieces and composers, including works by Pygott, Praetorius, and Tallis, but the details are not fully visible in the image. The overall layout suggests a formal and structured program for a concert of early music.

The image shows a page from an old sheet music booklet, which contains two Spanish carols and a ticket stub for a concert.

1. Sheet Music:

   • Title: "Two Spanish Carols" by an anonymous composer.
   • First Carol: "Dadme Albricias, hijos d'Eva"
     • Lyrics include:
       • "Sons of Eve, reward my tidings! What should we make gifts to you?"
       • "He is born, the new Adam. Almighty God, what glad tidings!"
       • The lyrics celebrate the birth of Jesus, the Messiah, and the redemption offered through His birth.
   • Second Carol: "Riu, Riu, Chiu"
     • The refrain is "Riu, Riu, Chiu, guard our homes in safety. God has kept the black wolf from our lamb, our lady."
     • The stanzas narrate a story involving the wolf trying to harm a lady but being thwarted by God, and how Christ's birth brings salvation and hope to humanity.
     • The lyrics include references to ancient prophecies and the divine nature of Christ.

2. Ticket Stub:

   • The ticket stub is for an event titled "The Amherst College Early Music Consort and The da Camera Singers" at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University.
   • Date: Saturday, December 8, 1973.
   • Time: 9:15 p.m.
   • The ticket indicates that it reserves a seat until 9:10 p.m.
   • The piece being performed is noted as "Chorale Fantasy: Wie schon leuchtet der Morgenstern" by Buxtehude.

The sheet music is likely from a collection of Christmas or carol music, and the ticket stub indicates the event was a concert featuring early music, likely with a focus on historical or traditional Christmas music.

The image shows an open book featuring two traditional carols. The page is titled "Two Spanish Carols" and includes lyrics for two pieces:

1. "Dadme Albricias, hijos d'Eva" (Spanish version of "O Come, All Ye Faithful")

   • This carol includes verses that celebrate the birth of the Messiah, emphasizing the redemption and salvation brought by the new Adam, Jesus Christ.

2. "Riu, Riu, Chiu"

   • This is a refrained carol with stanzas that describe the protection and purity of the Virgin Mary. It mentions God's defense of her from the black wolf, which symbolizes sin, and the innocence of the Virgin Mary.

Below the lyrics, there are additional musical notations, likely for performance, including the stanzas and refrain.

At the bottom of the image, there is a ticket stub from an event held by The Amherst College Early Music Consort and The da Camera Singers at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, on December 8, 1973, at 9:15 p.m. The ticket reserves a seat until 9:10.

The image shows an open booklet or program for an early music concert. The left page contains lyrics for two Spanish carols, both listed as anonymous. The first carol, titled 'Dadme Albricias, hijos d'Eva,' includes the English translation. The lyrics express joy and gratitude for the birth of a savior, referencing the new Adam and the forgiveness of sins. The second carol, titled 'Riu, Riu, Chiu,' also includes an English translation. The lyrics describe the protection of a lady (possibly the Virgin Mary) and the incarnation of Christ, who will help humanity.

The right page features information about the concert event. It is titled 'The Amherst College Early Music Concert' and also includes 'The da Camera Singers' at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University. The event is scheduled for Saturday, December 8, 1973, at 9:15 p.m., with a note that tickets reserve a seat until 9:10 p.m. The page also lists 'Chorale Fantasy: Wie schon leuchtet der Morgenstern' by Buxtehude.

The image shows a concert program from a musical event. Here are the details:

Performers:

• The Amherst College Early Music Consort
• The da Camera Singers

Venue:

• Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University

Date and Time:

• Saturday, December 8, 1973, at 9:15 p.m.

Program Notes:
The program features several pieces of early music with lyrics provided for some of them. Here are the details of the pieces and composers:

1. "Two Spanish Carols" (Anonymous):

   • Dadme Albricias, hijos d’Eva:
     Lyrics celebrate the birth of the new Adam (Jesus), the Messiah, who is born to save humanity.
   • Riu, Riu, Chiu:
     Lyrics describe God protecting a ewe lamb from a wolf, symbolizing the protection of the Virgin Mary from sin.

2. Praetorius (Anonymous):

   • A hymn praising the newborn Christ, emphasizing the joy of His birth.

3. Tallis:

   • No specific lyrics provided in the visible section.

4. Chorale Fantasy: Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern by Buxtehude:

   • The visible section does not include the lyrics, but the title translates to "How Lovely Shines the Morning Star."

The program also mentions that ticket reserves a seat until 9:10 p.m.

Overall, the concert features a collection of sacred and traditional early music pieces, likely centered around Christmas themes.

The image shows an open book with a page containing two Spanish carols, titled "Two Spanish Carols" and marked as anonymous. The carols are "Dadme Albiricias, hijos d'Eva" and "Riu, Riu, Chiu."

1. "Dadme Albiricias, hijos d'Eva":

   • This carol begins with a plea to the sons of Eve, asking them to reward the tidings with joy. It praises the birth of Jesus, referred to as the new Adam, and highlights the glad tidings of the Messiah's birth, emphasizing forgiveness of sins and the promise of salvation through Christ.

2. "Riu, Riu, Chiu":

   • This carol starts with a refrain that praises God for keeping the black wolf (symbolizing evil) away from the lamb (symbolizing innocence).
   • It includes three stanzas:
     • The first stanza describes the wolf's attempt to bite the lamb but God's protection of the lamb, who is pure and a virgin.
     • The second stanza refers to Christ's birth, emphasizing the humility of God becoming human to atone for humanity's sins.
     • The third stanza reflects on the prophecies of Christ's coming and the joy of His birth, which has fulfilled ancient predictions.

Below the carols, there is a reference to a "Chorale Fantasy: Wie schon leuchtet der Morgenstern" by Buxtehude.

Additionally, there is a ticket stub for a concert by "The Amherst College Early Music Consort and The da Camera Singers" held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, on Saturday, December 8, 1973, at 9:15 p.m. The ticket reserves a seat until 9:10 p.m.

The image shows an open book with typed text on the right-hand page and a green event ticket taped below the text at the bottom of the page.

The typed text is titled "Two Spanish Carols" and contains lyrics or carol texts. Below this heading are two carols:

1. "Dadme Albricias, hijos d'Eva" (anonymous)

   • The text is about the birth of Jesus, referring to "Sons of Eve" and "new Adam," praising the Messiah born from a virgin.

2. "Ríu, Ríu, Chíu" (anonymous)

   • This carol has a refrain and three stanzas. The refrain talks about guarding homes from a black wolf—a metaphor for evil—and protecting "our lamb, our Lady."
   • The stanzas describe a wolf trying to bite but being kept away by God, Christ's humility in being born human, and the fulfillment of ancient prophecies about God's coming.

At the bottom, separated by asterisks, there is a short note about a musical piece—"Chorale Fantasy: Wie schon leuchtet der Morgenstern" by Buxtehude.

Below the text, attached to the page, is a green ticket for an event:

• The Amherst College Early Music Consort and The da Camera Singers
• At the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University
• Date and time: Saturday, December 8, 1973, 9:15 p.m.
• Ticket reserves a seat until 9:10

The page appears to be part of a program or booklet related to a musical performance, likely featuring early music and carols.

The image shows a page of an open book. The content on the page is a mix of text and a small green concert ticket. The text is divided into different sections:

• At the top, there's a header that reads "Pygott" followed by "Two Spanish Carols" and "anonymous."
• Below the header are the titles and lyrics of two carols: "Dadme Albricias, hijos d'Eva" and "Ríu, Ríu, Chíu." The lyrics are in English, and each carol comes with a brief introduction and a refrain.
• After the carols' texts, there is a decorative row of five asterisks.
• Beneath that, there is another title, "Chorale Fantasy: Wie schon leuchtet," followed by the name "Buxtehude," which likely refers to the composer Dietrich Buxtehude.

On the right-hand side, attached to the page, is a green ticket with white text. It reads:

"The Amherst College
Early Music Consort
and
The da Camera Singers
at the
BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM
Harvard University
Saturday, December 8, 1973 9:15 p.m.
Ticket reserves a seat until 9:10"

This ticket indicates an event associated with early music performance, dated from 1973. The page appears to be from a program or a book detailing the content of a musical performance.

The image shows an open book with several pages visible. The book appears to be a collection of carols and hymns, with text printed in a traditional, formal style. Here is a detailed description:

Top Page:

• Title: "Two Spanish Carols"
• Poem Title: "Dame Albricias, híos d'Eva"
• Attribution: The poem is labeled as "anonymous."
• Content: The text is a poetic carol celebrating the birth of Jesus, referred to as the "Messiah." It includes phrases such as:
  • "Sons of Eve, reward my tidings! Why should we make gifts to you?"
  • "He is born, the new Adam. Almighty God, what glad tidings!"
  • "Pay my boon, and sing for joy, for tonight is born our saviour, the Messiah promised to us. Man and God, a virgin's boy."
• The poem is structured with stanzas and a refrain, typical of traditional carols.

Middle Page:

• Title: "Riu, Riu, Chiu"
• Attribution: The carol is also labeled as "anonymous."
• Content: This carol is a traditional Spanish or English carol, with a refrain and stanzas. The refrain is:
  • "Riu, Riu, Chiu, guard our homes in safety. God has kept the black wolf from our lamb, our lady."
• The stanzas describe the nativity scene and the role of Jesus:
  • "Faging mad to bite her, there the wolf stole, but our God Almighty defended her with zeal. He wished to keep her pure, so she could never sin, that first sin of man never touched this saintly virgin."
  • "He who is now begotten is our mighty monarch, Christ our Holy Father embodied in human flesh. He has brought atonement by being born so humble, though immortal, He was created as mortal."
  • "Many ancient prophets told that he would come. Now within our own time we know it has come true. We see God in the shape of a human on earth's domain; man reigns in Heaven. He wishes it thus to aid us."

Bottom Page:

• Title: "Chorale Fantasy: Wie schon leuchtet der Morgenstern"
• Composer: The piece is attributed to Buxtehude.
• Content: This is a musical piece, likely a choral or orchestral arrangement, titled "Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern" (How brightly shines the morning star). It is a well-known Lutheran chorale, often associated with Christmas and the nativity.

Flyer at the Bottom:

• Event Details: A green flyer is attached to the bottom of the book, advertising an event:
  • Title: The Amherst College Early Music Consort and The da Camera Singers at the BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM, Harvard University
  • Date: Saturday, December 8, 1973
  • Time: 9:15 p.m.
  • Note: "Ticket reserves is seat until 9:10 p.m."

Overall Context:

The book appears to be a collection of carols and hymns, likely used for musical or liturgical purposes. The inclusion of both textual carols ("Dame Albricias, híos d'Eva" and "Riu, Riu, Chiu") and a musical piece ("Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern") suggests it is a resource for performers or enthusiasts of early music, particularly Christmas carols. The attached flyer indicates that this book may have been used in connection with a performance or event held at Harvard University's Busch-Reisinger Museum in 1973. The overall aesthetic and layout suggest it is a historical or archival document, possibly from a library or music collection.

The image shows a book open to a page with text and music. The left side of the page contains text in Spanish, while the right side features a musical score with lyrics in English. The page is titled "Two Spanish Carols" and includes two pieces: "Dadme Albricías, hijos de Eva" and "Riu, Riu, Chiu." The text is accompanied by a green sticker with the event details, including the date, time, and location of a concert by the Amherst College Early Music Consort and the da Camera Singers at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.