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The image shows a yellow-colored document detailing information about the 1974 Bodky Award winners and the annual Bodky Competition. The document is divided into two main sections:

1. About the 1974 Bodky Award Winners:

   • Scott Martin Kosofsky:
     • Born in 1935 into a family of Russian descent.
     • Studied under several notable figures and earned a B.A. in only two years.
     • Made his professional debut at Carnegie Recital Hall in 1960.
     • Known for his virtuosity and musicality, performing on various instruments.
     • Has performed in the USA and Europe, with a repertoire including contemporary and Baroque music.
     • Has had compositions dedicated to him and has recorded several albums.
     • Plays a variety of early instruments including recorders, harpsichord, and others.
   • Jean Lamon:
     • Studied under notable Baroque violinists.
     • Lived in 17th Century Amsterdam for three years.
     • Performed regularly with the New Amsterdam Baroque Ensemble.
     • Plays an 18th Century waistored short-necked French violin.

2. The Annual Bodky Competition:

   • Started in January 1974 for young musicians specializing in early music.
   • Auditions are held for various early instruments.
   • Winners receive a scholarship and perform at the annual Spring Concert-Reception.
   • The competition is sponsored by the Cambridge Society for Early Music.
   • The 1974 winners include:
     • Lois L. Berenak (lute, Baroque guitar, viola da gamba)
     • John N. Best (Baroque flute)
     • William M. Cowan, Jr. (recorder)
   • The society expresses appreciation to its subscribers and contributors.

Additionally, there is a mention of upcoming concerts, including one on May 2, 1974, featuring Hugh and Thomas Geoghegan, duo-guitarists, as part of the Thursday Noon Recital Series directed by James Johnson.

The document also provides contact information for the Cambridge Society for Early Music.

The image contains a detailed document about the 1974 Bodky Award winners and information about the annual Bodky Competition.

About the 1974 Bodky Award Winners

Scott Marriner Koonce:

• Born in 1955 into a family of Russian descent.
• Studied under Fernand Krains (USA) and Vera Beths (Netherlands), later graduating cum laude from Cornell University.
• In 1973, he was a semi-finalist at the Juilliard String Competition and won critical acclaim at Carnegie Recital Hall in New York City.
• Continued his studies in Europe and the USA, completing a critique on "The Evening Ballads" by Ernest Bloch.
• He is noted for his dexterity and unique musical interpretations.
• Currently, he is studying Baroque music and early performance practices at Boston University.

Jean Lamon:

• Influenced by Baroque violinist Marie Leonhardt.
• Studied at Brandeis University and the Royal Conservatory in The Hague.
• After three years in Amsterdam, he became concertmaster of the newly formed "Ensemble for Early Music" in New York.
• He plays an 18th-century unaltered short-necked French violin and a copy of a 17th-century bow.

The Annual Bodky Competition

• Audition Details: Established by the Cambridge Society for Early Music, the competition invites young musicians with a specific interest in performing early music.
• Instruments: The competition features a wide array of period instruments including viols, recorders, harpsichords, lutes, and more.
• Age Limit: Open to musicians under 30 years old, with auditions typically held in January.
• Awards: Winners receive honorary recognition and perform at the annual Spring Concert-Recption of the Cambridge Society.

Additional Information

• The Bodky Competition is sponsored by various individuals and organizations, including Leo L. Beranek, Lily Babsky, John N. Burk Memorial Fund, and others.
• The Cambridge Society for Early Music expresses gratitude to its sponsors and contributors.

Future Events

• Next concert: May 2, 1974, featuring Hugh and Thomas Geoghegan, duo-guitarists.
• Regular Thursday Noon Recital Series, directed by James Johnson.

For more information about the competition or endowment, individuals are encouraged to contact the Cambridge Society for Early Music.

The image shows a document detailing information about the 1974 Bodky Award winners and the annual Bodky Competition.

About the 1974 Bodky Award Winners

1. Scott Martin Kosofsky:

   • Born in 1953 into a family of Russian descent.
   • Studied recorder under Bernard Kraines (USA) and Frans Brüggen (Netherlands).
   • Later became a student at Cornell University, working towards a B.A. in early modern European history.
   • Made a successful debut at Carnegie Recital Hall in 1969.
   • Continued to study and perform with a focus on early music.
   • Known for his virtuosity, musicality, and pitch accuracy.
   • Plays a variety of instruments, including the recorder, and has performed on historical instruments such as those by J. Denner, Nuremberg, Friedrich von Huene, and others.
   • Performs contemporary music and has recorded with artists like John Gibbons and Jacob van Eyck.
   • Uses a 17th-century bow for his performances.

2. Jean Lamon:

   • Influenced by Robert Koffi, with whom she studied at Brandes.
   • Studied with the Kuijken brothers and Sigiswald Kuijken.
   • Performs with the New Amsterdam Baroque Ensemble and is a member of the newly formed "Ensemble for Early Music" in New York.
   • Plays an 18th-century unrestored short-necked French violin and a copy of a 17th-century bow.

The Annual Bodky Competition

• Held in January 1974, focusing on early music.
• Auditions were open to musicians under thirty who play early music on original instruments.
• Winners performed at the Spring Concert Reception for patrons and friends.
• The competition is sponsored by the Cambridge Society for Early Music.
• Auditions were held again in January 1975, with the committee looking forward to another lively competition.
• The competition is the only one of its kind, supported by the Bodky Award Endowment Fund.

Additional Information

• The document includes details about the next concert on May 2, 1974, featuring Hugh and Thomas Geoghegan, duo-guitarists.
• Contact information for the Cambridge Society for Early Music is provided.
• The document also lists sponsors for the Bodky Award in 1974, including Leo L. Bernack, Lilly Bodky (in memoriam), John N. Burk Memorial Fund, Mr. and Mrs. James H. Cannon, William M. Cowan, Jr. (in memoriam), and others.
• The Cambridge Society expresses appreciation to many subscribers who contributed to the Bodky Award Endowment Fund.

The document is neatly organized with sections for each topic and includes the names and details of the award winners, the competition, and upcoming events.

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Left Side:

• About the 1974 Bodky Award Winners:

  • Scott Martin Kosofsky: Born in 1953, Kosofsky is of Russian descent and studied under Bernard Krainsky (USA) and Frans Brueggen (Netherlands). He earned a B.A. in early modern European history and has worked towards a Ph.D. He is noted for his work in Baroque music, particularly as a violinist and recorder player. He has performed with various ensembles and released recordings of compositions by Jacques Hotterter and others. He plays historical instruments like the Soprano recorder and an 18th-century short-necked French violin.

• Jean Lamon: A violinist with influences from Robert Koff, the Kuiken brothers, and the Hague Conservatory. She has performed on early instruments and is part of the New Amsterdam Baroque Ensemble.

Right Side:

• The Annual Bodky Competition:

  • Held in January 1974, the competition attracted young musicians interested in early music, with auditions held in January 1975. The competition is organized by the Cambridge Society for Early Music, and winners receive an honorarium and perform at the annual Spring Concert-Reception.
  • The competition focuses on early instruments such as viola da gamba, baroque oboe, recorder, harpsichord, and organ. The committee aims for a lively and diverse competition.

• Contact Information:

  • For more information, interested parties are directed to contact the Cambridge Society for Early Music at Box 335, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138.

• Bodky Award Sponsors (1974):

  • Listed sponsors include Leo L. Beranek, Lilly Bodky (in memoriam), John N. Burk Memorial Fund, Mr. and Mrs. James H. Cannon, William M. Cowan Jr. (in memoriam), Roy Lamson, Iva Den Hatt, David Rockefeller Jr., Helen S. Slosberg, and Lucetta J. Weed.

• Event Announcement:

  • The page also includes a note about an upcoming concert on May 2, 1974, featuring Hugh and Thomas Geoghegan as duo-guitarists, part of the Thursday Noon Recital Series directed by James Johnson.

The document highlights the dedication to early music and the efforts of the Cambridge Society for Early Music in promoting and recognizing talent in this field.

The image shows a page from a brochure or program detailing information about the 1974 Bodky Award winners and the Annual Bodky Competition.

About the 1974 Bodky Award Winners:

• Scott Martin Kosofsky is highlighted. Born in 1953, he comes from a family of Russian descent and studied recorder under Bernard Krainick (USA) and Frans Brüggen (Netherlands). Kosofsky is pursuing a B.A. in early modern European history. His debut was successful at Carnegie Recital Hall in New York City in 1969. He has been praised for his skill and dedication to Baroque music and teaching. Kosofsky performs and teaches, and he has dedicated recordings of works by Jacques Hotterer and others.

The Annual Bodky Competition:

• In January 1974, young musicians auditioned for the Bodky Award with a focus on early music. Over the past seven competitions, more than one hundred artists have been selected. Candidates must be under 30 years old and play instruments from the early music repertoire. Auditions are held annually in January, with winners receiving a honorarium and a performance at the Cambridge Spring Concert-Reception for the Patrons, Associate Members, and Friends of the Cambridge Society for Early Music.
• The Bodky Competition was established by the Cambridge Society for Early Music to encourage young musicians to perform early music. The competition is supported by contributions to the Erwin Bodky Award Endowment Fund.

Additional Information:

• The program also lists the sponsors of the Bodky Award in 1974, including Leo L. Bernack, Lilly Bodky in memory, John N. Burk Memorial Fund, Mr. and Mrs. James H. Canoon, William M. Cowan Jr., Roy Lamson, David Rockefeller Jr., Helen S. Slosberg, and Lucetta J. Weed.
• It mentions that auditions will be held again in January 1975.
• Contact information for the Cambridge Society for Early Music is provided, including their address in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Playing Competitions and Upcoming Events:

• The page mentions past competitions held in the Western United States, England, and Bermuda.
• An upcoming concert is scheduled for May 2, 1974, featuring Hugh and Thomas Geoghegan, duo-guitarists, in the Thursday Noon Recital Series, directed by James Johnson.

The image shows two pages of a booklet or program, likely related to a music competition or event. The left page is titled "ABOUT THE 1974 BODKY AWARD WINNERS" and provides background information on two individuals: Scott Martin Kosofsky and Jean Lamon.

Scott Martin Kosofsky is described as being born in 1953, with a Russian descent. He studied recorder with Bernard Kraines and Frans Brüggen and is working towards a B.A. in early modern European history at Cornell University. He has performed in the USA and Europe, and his playing has been praised for its dexterity, pitch, and musicality. He is also a composer and performs contemporary music. He plays recorders from various periods and a 17th-century violin.

Jean Lamon is also highlighted, with her influences including Robert Koff, Sigiswald Kuijken, and the Kuijken brothers. She has performed with the New Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra and is a member of the newly formed "Ensemble for Early Music" in New York. She plays an 18th-century violin and a copy of a 17th-century bow.

The right page is titled "THE ANNUAL BODKY COMPETITION" and describes the event held in January 1974, where young musicians with an interest in early music performed. The competition has been held for seven years, with over one hundred performers selected. The auditions are for instruments such as viola da gamba, baroque oboe, and recorder, with candidates typically under thirty years of age. Winners receive an honorarium and perform at the annual Spring Concert-Reception. The competition is established by the Cambridge Society for Early Music, and donations are encouraged. A list of sponsors for the 1974 Bodky Award is also provided, along with contact information for the society.

This image shows an open booklet or pamphlet with yellow pages containing printed text in red and black ink. The content is about the 1974 Bodky Award winners and the announcement of the annual Bodky competition.

On the left page, there is a section titled "ABOUT THE 1974 BODKY AWARD WINNERS" with descriptions of three award winners: Scott Matson Kosofsky, Jean Lamon, and a third unnamed recipient. The text provides biographical and professional details about each individual, including their background, training, and contributions to early music performance.

On the right page, the heading is "THE ANNUAL BODKY COMPETITION," explaining the purpose and significance of the competition, which began in January 1974 with a focus on performing early music. It invites participation and notes the role of the Bodky Competition in encouraging young performers of early music instruments.

Below this section, there is information for the 1975 competition and contact details for The Cambridge Society for Early Music, including a mailing address in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

At the bottom, recipients of the "Bodky Award Sponsors – 1974" are listed by name, acknowledging individuals and families who contributed to the Bodky Award Endowment Fund.

In summary, the pamphlet provides information about early music awards and competitions, highlighting winners and inviting future participation, along with acknowledging sponsors.

The image shows a document containing text on a yellow background, with a header "ABOUT THE 1974 BODKY AWARD WINNERS." It discusses the background of Scott Martin Kosofsky and Mary Springfels, winners of the Bodky Award. Kosofsky is described as a violinist of Russian descent who studied with various teachers and has a wide-reaching career including radio performances and a Carnegie Recital Hall debut. Springfels plays an 18th Century short-stocked French violin using a copy of a 17th Century bow and performs with the New Amsterdam Baroque Ensemble and the newly formed "Ensemble for Early Music" in New York.

On the right side of the document, under the header "THE ANNUAL BODKY COMPETITION," it explains that young musicians are chosen annually to compete in the Erwin Bodky Award. Participants, who are under 35 years old, play early instruments, and the competition is designed to encourage early instrument performance. There is also a list of "Bodky Award Sponsors - 1974," thanking various individuals and organizations for their contributions.

The document also mentions an upcoming event: "Next concert: May 2, 1974, Hugh and Thomas Geohegan, duo-guitarists," as part of the Thursday Noon Recital Series directed by James Johnson.

The bottom of the document has torn edges, suggesting it might be a page from a booklet or program.

The image shows a page from a program or booklet related to the Erwin Bodky Award Competition for early music. The page is predominantly yellow with black text and contains detailed information about the award, its history, and the 1974 winners. Here is a breakdown of the content:

Header and Title

• The top of the page is titled "THE ANNUAL BODKY COMPETITION", indicating that this is a description of the annual competition.

Left Column: "ABOUT THE 1974 BODKY AWARD WINNERS"

• Scott Martin Kosofsky:

  • Born in 1953 into a family of Russian descent.
  • Studied under Bernard Krainis at Cornell University and Franz Brueggen (Netherlands).
  • Graduated from Bard College in 1975.
  • Won the Bard Early Music Recital Competition in 1965.
  • Has performed at the Philadelphia Bach Society and the New York Early Music Center.
  • Criticized for his "uncompromised concert in Philadelphia," described as "a critic of The Evening Bulletin."
  • Praised for his "accomplished virtuoso" and "his utterly lovely, his dexterity impeccable and his pitch chosen."
  • Plays the alto recorder after early 18th-century models by J. Denner, Nilmberg, Friedrich von Huene, and T. Stanelyb. Jr., London, by Andreas Glatt. The soprano recorder is after Renaissance models, by Bob Marvin.
  • Influenced by Barque violin playing, particularly Robert Koff, with whom he studied at Brandeis and the Kurten brothers, mainly Sigismund the violinist.
  • Studied at the Hague Conservatory, living in 17th-century Amsterdam for three years.
  • Plays original instruments for several years, now also plays old music on "she instruments," which has been the norm.
  • Performs regularly as a member of the New Amsterdam Baroque Ensemble and is now a member of the newly formed Ensemble for Early Music in New York.
  • Plays an 18th-century unrestored short-necked French violin and uses a copy of a 17th-century bow.

• Jian Lamon:

  • The biggest influences on his Baroque violin playing have been Robert Koff, with whom he studied as an undergraduate at Brandeis, and the Kurten brothers, mainly Sigismund the violinist.
  • Studied at the Hague Conservatory, living in 17th-century Amsterdam for three years, where the culture surrounding the music of the 17th century is alive and where, for several years now, the performance of old music on original instruments has been the norm.
  • Has also greatly influenced his playing: "She performed regularly as a member of the New Amsterdam Baroque Ensemble and is now a member of the newly formed Ensemble for Early Music in New York."

Right Column: "THE ANNUAL BODKY COMPETITION"

• Overview of the Competition:

  • Established in January 1974 to gather young musicians with a specific interest in performing early music gathered over hundred as diverse as the viola da gamba, baroque oboe, and flute.
  • Over the past seven competitions, one hundred performers have been selected to audition on instruments one hundred years old.
  • Candidates are under thirty years of age and play early music composed prior to 1791, which they are encouraged to perform on early instruments if possible.
  • Winners receive an honorarium and perform at the annual Spring Concert-Reception for the Patrons, Associate Members, and Friends of the Cambridge Society. Auditions are held in January and May of the Cambridge Society.
  • The Bodky Competition is a lively competition in these auditions.

• About the Bodky Competition:

  • Established by the Cambridge Society for Early Music.
  • Believed to be the only one of its kind.
  • Depends entirely on contributions to the Erwin Bodky Award Endowment Fund established by the Cambridge Society.

• Michael Artin, Chairman:

  • Signed at the bottom of the right column.

Footer Section

• Bodky Award Sponsors - 1974:

  • A list of sponsors is provided, including:
    • Leo L. Beranek
    • Ivy Dee Hatt
    • Lilly Bodky, in memoriam
    • Roy Lamson
    • John N. Burk Memorial Fund
    • David Rockettler, Jr.
    • Mr. and Mrs. James H. Cannon
    • Helen S. Slaeberg
    • William M. Cowan, Jr., in memoriam
    • Lucretia J. Weed

• Acknowledgment:

  • The Cambridge Society for Early Music wishes to express its appreciation to many subscribers who made individual contributions during the past year to the work of the Erwin Bodky Award Fund.

Additional Information at the Bottom

• Playing Competitions:
  • Mentions competitions in the Western United States, England, and Bermuda.
• Next Concert:
  • Scheduled for May 2, 1974, featuring Hugh and Thomas Geoghegan, duo-guitarists.
• Series Director:
  • James Johnson, Director of the Thursday Noon Recital Series.

Visual Layout

• The page is clean and organized, with clear headings and subheadings.
• The text is printed in a formal, readable font, typical of a program or booklet.
• The background is a light yellow, and the text is black, creating a professional and elegant appearance.

Overall Context

The page serves as an informational piece about the Erwin Bodky Award Competition, highlighting the 1974 winners, the competition's history, its purpose, and its sponsors. It also provides details about upcoming events and acknowledges contributors to the fund. The content is aimed at promoting early music and the competition, emphasizing the importance of preserving and performing historical music on period instruments.

The image is a two-page spread from a booklet or brochure. The left page features a photograph of a man dressed in period attire, possibly a musician or a historical figure. The right page contains text that provides information about the 1974 Bodky Award winners. The text is organized into sections, with headings such as "About the 1974 Bodky Award Winners" and "The Annual Bodky Competition." The text provides details about the winners, their achievements, and the competition process. The text also includes a list of sponsors and contributors to the Bodky Competition. The image appears to be a promotional or informational document related to a music competition or event.