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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1973-1974

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The image shows an invitation and a program for a musical event organized by The Cambridge Society for Early Music. The event is titled "The Spring Concert-Reception" and is specifically for Patrons and Associate Members of the Society. It is scheduled to take place on Monday, May 6, 1974, at 8:30 PM at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. Attendees are asked to show the invitation at the door.

The program for the event is part of the "Thursday Noon Recital Series" and features a performance by Brian Jones, an organist. The program includes the following pieces:

  1. Fantasia and Fugue in C Minor - Carl Philip Emmanuel Bach (1714-1788)
  2. Seconde Fantaisie - Claude LeJeune (c.1530-1600)
  3. Noel: "Ou s'en vont ces gais bergers" - Claude Balbastre (1727-1799)
  4. Choral Prelude: "Ein Feste burg ist unser Gott" - Dietrich Buxtehude (1637-1707)
  5. Fugue on the Magnificat, BWV 733 - Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
  6. Fantaisie in E-flat Major - Camille Saint-Saëns (1835-1921)
    • Con moto
    • Allegro

Brian Jones is noted as the Director of Music at Noble & Greenough School, Organist-Choirmaster at Dedham Congregational Church, Dedham, and Director of the Boston University Choral Society. He is a graduate of Oberlin and Boston University, where he studied organ with Haskell Thomson and Jack Fisher. He has been a finalist in several competitions and has performed throughout the Eastern and Western United States, England, and Canada.

The next concert in the series is scheduled for May 2, 1974, featuring Hugh and Thomas Geoghegan, duo-guitarists. The Thursday Noon Recital Series is directed by James Johnson.

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The image displays an invitation and a concert program from the Cambridge Society for Early Music.

Invitation:

  • Event: The Spring Concert-Reception
  • Audience: Patrons and Associate Members of the Society
  • Purpose: To honor the winners of the Seventh Annual Erwin Bodky Award
  • Date and Time: Monday, May 6, 1974, at 8:30 p.m.
  • Location: Busch-Reisinger Museum
  • Note: Invitation must be shown at the door

Concert Program:

  • Series: Thursday Noon Recital Series
  • Date: April 25, 1974
  • Performer: Brian Jones, organist

Program Pieces:

  1. Fantasia and Fugue in C Minor - Johann Sebastian Bach
  2. Seconde Fantaisie - Carl Philipp Emmanuel Bach (1714-1788)
  3. Noël: "Ou S’en vont ces gais bergers" - Claude LeJeune (ca. 1528-1600)
  4. Choral Prelude: "Ein Feste burg ist unser Gott" - Dietrich Buxtehude (1637-1707)
  5. Fugue on the Magnificat, BWV 733 - Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
  6. Fantaisie in E-flat Major - Camille Saint-Saëns (1835-1898)
    • Con moto
    • Allegro

Performer Biography:

  • Brian Jones serves as the Director of Music at Noble and Greenough School in Dedham, Organist-Choirmaster at Needham Congregational Church, and Director of the Dedham Choral Society.
  • He is a graduate of Oberlin Conservatory and Boston University.
  • Jones has studied organ with Haskell Thomson and Jack Fisher.
  • He has been a finalist in several organ competitions and has performed extensively in the Eastern and Western United States, England, and Bermuda.

Next Concert:

  • Date: May 2, 1974
  • Performers: Hugh and Thomas Geoghegan, duo-guitarists
  • Series Director: James Johnson for the Thursday Noon Recital Series

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The image shows an open book or program with two main sections. At the top, there is a yellow invitation from "The Cambridge Society for Early Music" for a "Spring Concert-Reception" to honor the winners of the Seventh Annual Erwin Bodky Award. The event is scheduled for Monday, May 6, 1974, at 8:30 p.m. at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The invitation requests that the invitation be shown at the door.

Below the invitation, there is information about a "Thursday Noon Recital Series" featuring Brian Jones, an organist. The program for his recital includes:

  1. "Fantasia and Fugue in C Minor" by Carl Philip Emmanuel Bach (1714-1788)
  2. "Seconde Fantaisie" by Claude LeJeune (ca. 1528-1600)
  3. "Noel: 'Ou s'en vont ces gais bergers'" by Claude Balbastre (1727-1799)
  4. "Choral Prelude: 'Ein Feste burg ist unser Gott'" by Dietrich Buxtehude (1637-1707)
  5. "Fugue on the Magnificat, BWV 733" by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
  6. "Fantaisie in E-flat Major" by Camille Saint-Saëns (1835-1921), with sections labeled "Con moto" and "Allegro."

Additionally, there is a brief biography of Brian Jones, noting his roles as Director of Music at Noble and Greenough School, Dedham, Organist-Choirmaster at Needham Congregational Church, and Director of the Dedham Choral Society. It mentions his studies at Oberlin Conservatory and Boston University with Haskell Thomson and Jack Fisher, respectively, and his participation in organ playing competitions. The biography also notes that he has performed in the Eastern United States, England, and Bermuda.

The program also mentions the next concert on May 2, 1974, featuring Hugh and Thomas Geoghegan, duo-guitarists, as part of the Thursday Noon Recital Series directed by James Johnson.

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The image shows an open book or program with details of a musical event. Here is a detailed summary:

  1. Invitation:

    • The top part of the page features an invitation from "The Cambridge Society for Early Music."
    • It invites attendees to "The Spring Concert-Reception" for Patrons and Associate Members of the Society.
    • The event is to honor the winners of the Seventh Annual Erwin Bodky Award.
    • The date and time of the event are Monday, May 6, 1974, at 8:30 p.m.
    • The venue is the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
    • Attendees are asked to show this invitation at the door.
  2. Thursday Noon Recital Series:

    • The main part of the page details a recital featuring Brian Jones, an organist.
    • The program lists several pieces to be performed:
      • "Fantasia and Fugue in C Minor" by Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach (1714-1788)
      • "Seconde Fantaisie" by Claude LeJeune (ca. 1528-1600)
      • Noël: "Ou s'en vont ces gais bergers" by Claude Balbastre (1727-1799)
      • Choral Prelude: "Ein Feste burg ist unser Gott" by Dietrich Buxtehude (1637-1707)
      • Fugue on the Magnificat, BWV 733 by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
      • Fantaisie in E-flat Major by Camille Saint-Saëns (1835-1898), marked "Con moto Allegro"
  3. Biographical Information:

    • A short biography of Brian Jones is provided:
      • He is the Director of Music at Noble & Greenough School, Dedham.
      • He is also the Organist-Choirmaster at Needham Congregational Church and Director of the Dedham Choral Society.
      • Jones is a graduate of Oberlin Conservatory and Boston University.
      • He has studied organ with Haskell Thomson and Jack Fisher.
      • He has been a finalist in several organ-playing competitions and has performed throughout the Eastern and Western United States, England, and Bermuda.
  4. Next Concert Information:

    • The next concert in the series is announced for May 2, 1974, featuring Hugh and Thomas Geoghegan, duo-guitarists.
    • James Johnson is mentioned as the Director of the Thursday Noon Recital Series.

This document appears to be a historical program from a music series held in 1974, detailing a specific concert and providing biographical information about the featured musician.

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The image shows a page from a program or brochure for a musical event organized by The Cambridge Society for Early Music. Here is a detailed summary:

  1. Invitation to Spring Concert-Reception:

    • The top portion of the page features a yellow invitation card for the "Spring Concert-Reception" on Monday, May 6, 1974, at 8:30 PM at the Busch-Riesinger Museum.
    • The event is intended for patrons and associate members of the society and is to honor the winners of the Seventh Annual Erwin Bodky Award.
  2. Thursday Noon Recital Series:

    • The main content of the page lists the details of a Thursday Noon Recital Series featuring Brian Jones, an organist.
    • The recital program includes the following pieces:
      • Fantasia and Fugue in C Minor by Carl Philip Emmanuel Bach (1714-1788)
      • Seconde Fantaisie by Claude LeJeune (ca. 1528-1600)
      • Noel: "Ou s'en vont ces gais bergers" by Claude Balbastre (1727-1799)
      • Choral Prelude: "Ein Feste burg ist unser Gott" by Dietrich Buxtehude (1637-1707)
      • Fugue on the Magnificat, BWV 733 by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
      • Fantaisie in E-flat Major, Con moto, Allegro by Camille Saint-Saëns (1835-1898)
  3. Bio of Brian Jones:

    • Brian Jones is described as the Director of Music at Noble & Greenough School, Dedham, Organist-Chairmaster at Needham Congregational Church, and Director of the Dedham Choral Society.
    • He is a graduate of Oberlin Conservatory and Boston University, and has studied organ with Haskell Thomson and Jack Fisher.
    • He has been a finalist in several organ playing competitions and has performed throughout the Eastern and Western United States, England, and Bermuda.
  4. Next Concert Announcement:

    • The next concert is scheduled for May 2, 1974, featuring Hugh and Thomas Geoghegan as duo-guitarists.
    • The Thursday Noon Recital Series is directed by James Johnson.

The page is neatly organized with clear sections for each piece and additional information about the performers and upcoming events.

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The image shows a page from a program booklet, likely from a historical or classical music event. The top part of the page contains an invitation for an event titled "The Spring Concert-Reception" organized by The Cambridge Society for Early Music. The invitation is for patrons and associate members to attend on Monday, May 6, 1974, at 8:30 p.m. at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, and mentions to show the invitation at the door.

Below the invitation, there is an entry for the "Thursday Noon Recital Series" featuring Brian Jones, an organist. The recital includes several pieces by notable composers, including:

  1. Fantasy and Fugue in C Minor by Carl Philip Emmanuel Bach
  2. Seconde Fantaisie by Claude LeJeune
  3. Noël: "Ou S'en vont ces gais bergers" by Claude Balbastre
  4. Choral Prelude: "Ein Feste Burg ist unser Gott" by Dietrich Buxtehude
  5. Fugue on the Magnificat, BWV 733 by Johann Sebastian Bach
  6. Fantaisie in E-flat Major by Camille Saint-Saëns (with movements labeled "Con moto" and "Allegro")

Brian Jones’ biography is provided, detailing his roles, including Director of Music at Noble & Greenough School and Organist-Chairmaster at Needham Congregational Church. He also mentions that Jones is a graduate of Oberlin Conservatory and Boston University, and has experience in organ playing competitions and performances across various regions.

Additionally, there is a note about the next concert scheduled for May 2, 1974, featuring duo-guitarists Hugh and Thomas Geoghegan, and the page concludes with the mention of James Johnson as the director of the Thursday Noon Recital Series.

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The image shows an open printed program or invitation. The left page displays the header "The Harvard University Music Department presents". The right page has a yellow paper overlay with printed text that reads:

"The Cambridge Society for Early Music
cordially invites you to attend
The Spring Concert-Reception
for Patrons and Associate Members of the Society
to honor the winners of the Seventh Annual Erwin Bodky Award

Monday, May 6, 1974 at 8:30 p.m.
Busch-Reisinger Museum
Please show this invitation at the door"

Below the yellow paper, the text continues on white paper with details about a "THURSDAY NOON RECITAL SERIES" featuring "Brian Jones, organist" and lists pieces from composers Carl Philip Emmanuel Bach, Claude Le Jeune, Claude Balbastre, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, and Camille Saint-Saëns that will be performed.

Additionally, there is a brief biography of Brian Jones, mentioning his roles and credentials, including being a graduate of Oberlin Conservatory and Boston University. It mentions his participation in competitions and performances in the Eastern and Western United States, England, and Bermuda. It also notes the next concert date and the director of the Thursday Noon Recital Series.

The physical condition of the paper indicates some aging, with discoloration and possible water damage along the open edge.

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The image shows an open book or album with two papers placed on it. The top paper is a yellow invitation card with red text. The invitation is from "The Cambridge Society for Early Music" and invites recipients to attend "The Spring Concert-Reception" for patrons and associate members of the society. The event is scheduled to honor the winners of the Seventh Annual Erwin Bodky Award on Monday, May 6, 1974, at 8:30 p.m. at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The card also requests guests to show the invitation at the door.

Underneath the yellow card is a typewritten document partially visible on the book's page. This document appears to be a program for a "Thursday Noon Recital Series" dated April 25, 1974. It lists the organist Brian Jones and the pieces he will perform, including works by Carl Philip Emmanuel Bach, Claude LeJeune, Claude Balbastre, Dietrich Buxtehude, Johann Sebastian Bach, and Camille Saint-Saens. The document provides some biographical information about Brian Jones, highlighting his roles, education, and accomplishments. The next concert is mentioned as being on May 2, 1974, featuring duo-guitarists Hugh and Thomas Geoghegan. The series director is noted as James Johnson. The paper shows signs of aging with brown spots and some discoloration.

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The image depicts an open book or program featuring two distinct sections:

Top Section: Invitation Card

  • Design: The top portion of the image shows a bright yellow card placed within the book. It is a formal invitation from The Cambridge Society for Early Music.
  • Text Details:
    • Header: "The Cambridge Society for Early Music cordially invite you to attend."
    • Event: "The Spring Concert-Reception for Patrons and Associate Members of the Society."
    • Purpose: "to honor the winners of the Seventh Annual Erwin Bodley Award."
    • Date and Time: Monday, May 6, 1974, at 8:30 p.m.
    • Location: Busch-Reininger Museum.
    • Instruction: "Please show this invitation at the door."

Bottom Section: Concert Program

  • Content: The lower portion of the image displays a printed program for a Thursday Noon Recital Series.
  • Performer: Brian Jones, organist.
  • Program Details:
    • Works to be Performed:
      1. Fantasia and Fugue in C Minor by Carl Philip Emmanuel Bach (1714–1788).
      2. Seconde Fantaisie by Claude LeJeune (ca. 1528–1600).
      3. Noel: "Ou S'en vont ces gaïs bergers" by Claude Balastre (1727–1799).
      4. Choral Prelude: "Ein Feste burg ist unser Gott" by Dietrich Buxtehude (1637–1707).
      5. Fugue on the Magnificat, BWV 733 by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750).
      6. Fantaisie in E-flat Major Con moto Allegro by Camille Saint-Saëns (1835–1899).
  • About the Performer:
    • Brian Jones is described as the Director of Music at Noble Congregational Church, Dedham, and the Organist-Choirmaster at Needham Congregational Church.
    • He is a graduate of Oberlin Conservatory and Boston University, having studied with Haskell Thomson and Jack Fisher.
    • He has been a finalist in several organ playing competitions and has performed across the Eastern and Western United States, England, and Bermuda.
  • Next Concert: The program notes the next concert on May 2, 1974, featuring Hugh and Thomas Geoghegan, duo-guitarists.
  • Series Director: The Thursday Noon Recital Series is directed by James Johnson.

Overall Context

The image combines a formal invitation for a special event (the Spring Concert-Reception) with a detailed concert program for a recital by Brian Jones. The concert features a diverse selection of early music compositions, highlighting the society's focus on historical and classical repertoire. The invitation and program together suggest a celebration of music and recognition of achievements within the early music community.

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The image shows a yellow invitation card from the Cambridge Society for Early Music, which is attached to an open book. The invitation card has red text that reads "The Cambridge Society for Early Music cordially invites you to attend The Spring Concert-Reception for Patrons and Associate Members of the Society to honor the winners of the Seventh Annual Erwin Body Award Monday, May 6, 1974 at 8:30 p.m. Busch-Reisinger Museum Please show this invitation at the door." The book has a green cover and is open to a page that contains information about the Thursday Noon Recital Series, featuring Brian Jones, an organist. The page includes details about the upcoming concerts, including the date, time, and performers. The image also shows a white page with text that reads "Brian Jones is Director of Music at Noble & Greenough School, Dedham, Organist-Choirmaster at Needham Congregational Church, and Director of the Dedham Choral Society."