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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1976-1980

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The image is of a program for a musical event held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum on April 5, 1977, at 8 p.m. The event features Jaroslav HORÁČEK, a leading bass-baritone of the Prague National Opera, accompanied by Daryl BICHEL on the organ.

The program includes the following pieces:

  1. Antonio Caldara: Se ben, crudele
  2. Giovanni Martini: Placer d'amour
  3. U.F. Handel: Ombra mai (?)
  4. J.S. Bach: Five Canonic Variations on "Von Himmel hoch, da komm ich her." (Organ Solo)
  5. Antonín Dvořák: Biblical Songs, opus 99
  6. Bedřich Smetana: Three Evening Songs, opus 55

The program also provides a biographical note about Jaroslav HORÁČEK. It mentions that he began his career at the age of 19, singing Kecal in Smetana's "Bartered Bride" at the Opava Opera house. After five years at the Opava Opera, he went to the State Opera in Ostrava, where he stayed for ten years. He then joined the Prague National Opera in 1957, where he has sung over 130 different opera roles. Notable roles include Don Giovanni, Don Pasquale, Figaro, Falstaff, Boris Godunov, Mefistofele, Pizarro, Don Quichotte, and others. He has also performed in oratorios and songs and has been a member of the Prague Conservatory of Music since 1961. He has performed in various European opera theatres and has staged operas in public and in other European opera theatres, including "The Bartered Bride," "Jenufa," "Figaro's Wedding," "Simon Boccanegra," etc. He is currently staging Smetana's "Bartered Bride" for the Tufts University Theatre Group and will perform at the Cohen Theatre on April 15-17. He will also sing the role of Pizarro in "Fidelio" at the Metropolitan Opera.

Additionally, Mr. HORÁČEK will offer a recital of Czech compositions at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum on Easter Sunday, April 10, 1977, at 4 p.m.

The program concludes with an invitation to a reception following the program and a request for contributions to support the evening's program.

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The image shows a page from a program booklet for an event at the Busch-Reisinger Museum held on April 5, 1977, at 8 p.m.

The program features Jarosláv Horáček, a leading bass-baritone of the Prague National Opera, and Daryl Bichel, the organist.

The program details include:

  1. Antonio Caldara: "Se ben, crudele"
  2. Giovanni Martini: "Piacer d’amour"
  3. G.F. Handel: "Ombra mai nò" and "Five Canonical Variations on 'Von Himmel hoch, da komm ich her' (Organ Solo)"
  4. Antonín Dvořák: "Biblical Songs, opus 99"
  5. Bedřich Smetana: "Three Evening Songs, opus 55"

The additional notes about Jarosláv Horáček mention his career:

  • Began his career at age 19, singing the role of Kecal in Smetana’s "The Bartered Bride" at the Opava Opera.
  • Worked at the State Opera in Ostrava before moving to the Prague National Opera, where he has been engaged since 1953.
  • Known for numerous roles in various operas, including Don Giovanni, Figaro, and others.
  • Also excels in oratorio and singing.
  • Performed internationally and taught at the Prague Conservatory of Music.
  • Currently staging Smetana’s "The Bartered Bride" at Tufts University Community Opera Company.
  • Will perform a recital of Czech compositions at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum on Easter Sunday, April 10, 1977.

The program concludes with a request for a contribution for the evening's event and mentions a reception following the program.

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The image shows a program for an event held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum on April 5, 1977, at 8 p.m. The event featured Jaroslav Horáček, a leading bass-baritone of the Prague National Opera, and Daryl Bichel, an organist. The program included the following performances:

  1. "Se ben, crudele" by Antonio Caldara
  2. "Piacer d'amour" by Giovanni Martini
  3. "Ombra mai fu" by G.F. Handel
  4. "Five Canonic Variations on 'Von Himmel hoch, da komm ich her'" by J.S. Bach, performed as an organ solo
  5. "Biblical Songs, opus 99" by Antonín Dvořák
  6. "Three Evening Songs, opus 55" by Bedřich Smetana

The program also provided a brief biography of Jaroslav Horáček, noting that he began his career at 19, singing in Smetana's "Bartered Bride" at the Opera in his native Czechoslovakia. He later joined the Prague National Opera, where he has performed over 150 different opera roles. Additionally, he has taught at the Prague Conservatory of Music since 1961 and has staged operas internationally. At the time of this program, he was staging Smetana's "Bartered Bride" for the Tufts University Community Opera Company.

The program concluded with a note that a reception would follow the program and that a contribution for the evening's program was kindly requested.

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The image is of a program from a musical event held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum on April 5, 1977, at 8 p.m. The performers listed are Jaroslav Horáček, a leading Bass-Baritone of the Prague National Opera, and Daryl Bichel, the organist.

Program:

  1. Antonio Caldara:

    • "Se ben, crudele" (Aria)
  2. Giovanni Martini:

    • "Piacer d’amor" (Song)
  3. G.F. Handel:

    • "Ombra mai fù" (Largo from the opera "Serse")
  4. J.S. Bach:

    • "Five Canonical Variations on 'Von Himmel hoch, da komm ich her'" (Organ Solo)
  5. Antonín Dvořák:

    • "Biblical Songs, opus 99"
  6. Bedřich Smetana:

    • "Three Evening Songs, opus 55"

Biography of Jaroslav Horáček:

Jaroslav Horáček began his career at the age of 19, performing the role of Kecal in Smetana's "The Bartered Bride" at the Opava Opera in Czechoslovakia. After five years, he moved to the State Opera in Ostrava and later to the Prague National Opera in 1951.

Horáček has performed numerous roles, including Figaro in "The Barber of Seville," Philip II in "Don Carlos," Mephistopheles in Gounod's "Faust," among others. He has also performed in operas by Smetana, Dvořák, and Janáček.

Besides opera, Horáček has excelled in oratorio and song, teaching at the Prague Conservatory of Music since 1961. He has performed across Europe, including in Dublin, London, and Milan, in operas like "Jenůfa," "Lucia di Lammermoor," and "La Clemenza di Tito."

Currently, he is performing the role of Kecal in "The Bartered Bride" for the Tufts University Community Opera and will reprise this role at the Cohen Theatre from April 15-17.

Additionally, Mr. Horáček will perform a recital of Czech compositions at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum on Easter Sunday, April 10, 1977, at 4 p.m.

Additional Information:

A reception follows the program, and contributions for the evening's event are kindly requested.

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The image shows a program from a musical event held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum on April 5, 1977, at 8 p.m. The event features Jaroslav Horáček, a leading Bass-Baritone of the Prague National Opera, accompanied by Daryl Bychel on the organ.

Program Details:

Performers and Pieces:

  1. Antonio Caldara: "Se ben, crudele"
  2. Giovanni Martini: "Piacer d'amour"
  3. G.F. Handel: "Ombra mai fu"
  4. J.S. Bach: "Five Canonic Variations on 'Von Himmel hoch, da komm ich her'" (Organ Solo)
  5. Antonín Dvořák: "Biblical Songs, opus 99"
  6. Bedřich Smetana: "Three Evening Songs, opus 55"

Biography of Jaroslav Horáček:

Jaroslav Horáček began his career at the age of 19, singing Kecal in Smetana’s "Barttered Bride" at the Opava Opera House in Czechoslovakia. After five years at the State Opera in Ostrava, he moved to the Prague National Opera, where he has been engaged since 1953.

Throughout his career, Horáček has performed over 150 different opera roles, including Don Giovanni, Figaro, Philip II, Fiesco, and others. He has also performed major roles in operas by Smetana, Dvořák, Janáček, and Martinů. Besides opera, Horáček excels in oratorios and songs.

Horáček has performed throughout Europe and has staged operas in various countries. He has taught at the Prague Conservatory of Music since 1961.

Currently, he is staging Smetana's "Barttered Bride" for the Tufts University Community Opera Company's performances at the Cohen Theatre from April 15-17, also taking on the role of Kecal.

Additional Information:

  • Horáček will offer a recital of Czech compositions at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum on Easter Sunday, April 10, 1977, at 4 p.m.
  • A reception follows the program.
  • A contribution for the evening's program is kindly requested.

The document provides a glimpse into the musical career and contributions of Jaroslav Horáček, highlighting his extensive experience and significant roles in the world of opera.

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The image shows a program for a musical event held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum on April 5, 1977, at 8 p.m. The event features Jaroslav Horáček, a leading Bass-Baritone from the Prague National Opera, accompanied by Daryl Bytchel on the organ.

The program includes the following pieces:

  • Antonio Caldara: "Se ben, crudele"
  • Giovanni Martini: "Piacar d'amour"
  • G.F. Handel: "Ombra mai fu"
  • J.S. Bach: "Five Canonical Variations on 'Von Himmel hoch, da komm ich her'" (Organ Solo)
  • Antonín Dvořák: "Biblical Songs, opus 99"
  • Bedřich Smetana: "Three Evening Songs, opus 55"

The program also provides a biography of Jaroslav Horáček:

  • Horáček began his career at the age of 19, singing Kecal in Smetana's "Bartered Bride" at the Opava Opera in Czechoslovakia.
  • After five years at the State Opera in Ostrava, he joined the Prague National Opera in 1953.
  • He has sung over 150 different opera roles, including roles in operas by Don Giovanni, Figaro, Philip II, Fiesco, and others.
  • He is known for his performances in Czech operas by Smetana, Dvořák, Janáček, and others.
  • Horáček has performed extensively in Europe, including opera stagings in Dublin, Prague, and Milan.
  • He is currently staging Smetana's "Bartered Bride" for the Tufts University Community Opera Company's performances at the Cohen Theatre on April 15-17, 1977, and will also sing the role of Kecal.

Additionally, there is a note that Mr. Horáček will offer a recital of Czech compositions at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum on Easter Sunday, April 10, 1977, at 4 p.m.

The program concludes with a request for a contribution for the evening's program, and mentions that there will be a reception following the event.

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The image shows an open old book or program with text content on one of its yellowish pages. The page appears to be adhered to the book's inner cover. It is headed with "BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM" followed by a date, "April 5, 1977 8 p.m."

The content outlines an event featuring Jaroslav Horáček, who is described as a leading bass-baritone of the Prague National Opera, with Daryl Bichel as an organist. A program of musical pieces is listed below the performers' names, including works by Antonio Caldara, Giovanni Martini, G.F. Handel, J.S. Bach, Antonín Dvořák, and Bedřich Smetana.

Below the program is a brief biographical note about Jaroslav Horáček, detailing his musical career including his start at the age of 19, roles he has played, places where he has performed such as the Scala in Milano, and his current engagements. The engagement mentioned is Smetana's "Bartered Bride" for the Tufts University Community Opera Company and a recital of Czech compositions at a future date.

The note concludes with a mention of a reception following the program, and a request for a contribution for that evening's program. The text is in English, and the overall layout and typography give the impression of a formal event program or announcement. The absence of images or decorative elements keeps the focus on the textual information provided. The page has signs of wear and aging, consistent with the document's vintage.

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The image shows a typed program on a sheet of paper, which is placed in an old photo album or scrapbook. The program is from a musical event held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum on April 5, 1977, at 8 p.m.

The event features Jaroslav Horáček, a leading bass-baritone of the Prague National Opera, and Daryl Bichel, an organist. The program lists musical pieces by several composers:

  • Antonio Caldara: "Se ben, crudele"
  • Giovanni Martini: "Piacer d'amour"
  • G.F. Handel: "Ombra mai fù"
  • J.S. Bach: Five Canonic Variations on "Von Himmel hoch, da komm ich her" (Organ Solo)
  • Antonín Dvořák: Biblical Songs, opus 99
  • Bedřich Smetana: Three Evening Songs, opus 55

Below the program, there is a biographical section about Jaroslav Horáček, detailing his career starting at age 19 with roles in Smetana's "Bartered Bride" and his progression through various opera houses, including the Prague National Opera since 1953. It mentions his performances throughout Europe, including Dublin and other European opera theatres, as well as his teaching at the Prague Conservatory of Music since 1961. It notes that he is currently staging Smetana's "Bartered Bride" for the Tufts University Community Opera Company and will perform the role of Kecal, the marriage broker.

The text also states that Mr. Horáček will offer a recital of Czech compositions at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum on Easter Sunday, April 10, 1977, at 4 p.m.

At the bottom, there is a note about a reception following the program and a polite request for contributions toward the evening's program.

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The image shows an open book or program booklet from the Busch-Reisinger Museum, dated April 5, 1977, at 8 p.m. The page features a formal announcement for a musical performance or recital.

Key Details:

Header:

  • Venue: Busch-Reisinger Museum
  • Date and Time: April 5, 1977, at 8 p.m.
  • Performers:
    • Jaroslav Hořáček: Leading Bass-Baritone of the Prague National Opera
    • Daryl Bichel: Organist

Program:

The program lists the following musical pieces to be performed:

  1. Antonio Caldara: Se ben, crudele
  2. Giovanni Martini: Piacem crudo
  3. G.F. Handel: Ombra mai fu
  4. J.S. Bach: Five Canonic Variations on "Von Himmel hoch, da komm ich her" (Organ Solo)
  5. Antonín Dvořák: Biblical Songs, opus 99
  6. Bedřich Smetana: Three Evening Songs, opus 55

Biographical Information:

  • Jaroslav Hořáček is highlighted with a detailed biography:
    • He began his career at age 19, singing Kezal in Smetana's The Bartered Bride at the Opava Opera House in Czechoslovakia.
    • After five years, he moved to the State Opera in Ostrava, but did not stay long due to being called to a coveted position at the Prague National Opera in 1953.
    • Over the years, he has sung over 150 different operas, including works by Don Giovanni, Figaro, parts of Il Fiesco, Boris Godunov, Merisiotf, Janáček, etc.
    • He excels in oratorio and song performances and has been teaching at the Prague Conservatory of Music since 1961.
    • He has performed in European opera houses, including Dublin, Milan, and the Scala in Milan, staging operas such as The Bartered Bride, Lucia di Lammermoor, Simone Boccanegra, and others.
    • At the time of the program, he was staging Smetana's The Bartered Bride for the Tufts University Community Opera Company’s performances at the Cohen Theatre on April 15–17, and he would also sing the role of Kezal, the marriage broker.

Additional Event:

  • Mr. Hořáček was scheduled to offer a recital of Czech compositions at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum on Easter Sunday, April 10, 1977, at 4 p.m.

Footer:

  • A reception was to follow the program.
  • A contribution for the evening's program was kindly requested.

Design and Layout:

  • The page has a clean, formal layout typical of a concert program or museum event announcement.
  • The text is typed or printed in a clear, readable font.
  • The page is part of a larger book or booklet, as indicated by the visible spine and adjacent pages.

This document serves as an invitation or announcement for a musical performance featuring Jaroslav Hořáček and Daryl Bichel, highlighting Hořáček’s extensive career and the diverse program to be presented.

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The image shows a page from a book or document that appears to be a program for a musical event. The event is titled "Busch-Reisinger Museum" and is scheduled for April 5, 1977, at 8 p.m. The program features performances by Jaroslav Horaček, a leading bass-baritone of the Prague National Opera, and Daryl Bickel, an organist.

The program includes a selection of classical music pieces, including works by Antonio Caldara, Giovanni Caldara, G.F. Handel, J.S. Bach, and others. The program also provides a brief biography of Jaroslav Horaček, highlighting his career at the Prague Opera and his performances of various roles in operas.

The program is presented in a formal and elegant style, with a white background and black text. The layout is organized and easy to read, with the program title and date prominently displayed at the top of the page.