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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794080

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The image is of a vintage concert program for a performance by the Stradivarius Quartet at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, on Friday evening, November 14, 1930. The program is dated November 15, 1930, and includes details about the venue, the quartet members, and the program of pieces performed. The text mentions three pieces: Mozart's Quartet in D minor, No. 13, Ernest Bloch's "Prelude, Night, Tongataboo," and Brahms's Quartet in A minor, Op. 51, No. 2.

On the right side of the image, there is a clipping from a newspaper article about the concert, titled "Stradivarius Quartet," which discusses the performance and the musicians' playing style. The article is from the Christian Science Monitor, dated November 15, 1930. The program and the newspaper clipping are affixed to a piece of paper with hole punches, suggesting it is part of a collection or scrapbook.

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This image is a scanned document from the Christian Science Monitor, dated November 15, 1930. On the left side of the page is a program for a concert by The Stradivarius Quartet at the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University. The right side contains a newspaper clipping reviewing the concert.

Program Details:

  • Venue: Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.

  • Date and Time: Friday evening, November 14, 1930, at 8:00 o'clock.

  • Performers:

    • Wolfe Wolfinsohn, First Violin
    • Alfred Pochon, Second Violin
    • Nicolas Moldavan, Viola
    • Gerald Warburg, Violoncello
  • Programme:

    • Mozart: Quartet in D minor, No. 13
      • Allegro Moderato
      • Andante
      • Menuetto
      • Allegretto, ma non troppo
    • Ernest Bloch: Prelude, Night, Tongataboo
    • Brahms: Quartet in A minor, Op. 51, No. 2
      • Allegro non troppo
      • Andante moderato
      • Quasi minuetto, moderato
      • Finale — Allegro non assai

Review Details:

  • The review discusses the first concert of the season by the Stradivarius Quartet, which was held in the central court of the Fogg Art Museum. The quartet's personnel remained unchanged, and their performances were praised for their brightness of tone and deftness of nuance and phrase.
  • The concert featured pieces by Mozart, Ernest Bloch, and Brahms. The review highlights the effectiveness of the concert, the timbres of the strings, and the individuality of each player.
  • The review concludes by noting the audience's response to the concert and the intriguing nature of Mr. Bloch's compositions.

The document provides a historical snapshot of a musical event from 1930, detailing both the program and the critical reception.

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This image displays a vintage concert program and a newspaper clipping, mounted together on a single sheet of paper, likely preserved in a collection or scrapbook. The sheet has three punched holes along its right edge, suggesting it was stored in a binder.


Left Page: Official Concert Program

This is an official program from a concert held at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, on Friday evening, November 14, 1930, at 8:00 o'clock, in the Central Court.

Event:

  • Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet
  • Under the auspices of the Divisions of Music and of the Fine Arts.

** performers:**

  • Wolfe Wolfinsohn, First Violin
  • Alfred Pochon, Second Violin
  • Nicolas Moldavan, Viola
  • Gerald Warburg, Violoncello

Programme:

  1. Quartet in D minor, No. 13Mozart

    • Allegro Moderato
    • Andante
    • Menuetto
    • Allegretto, ma non troppo
  2. Three pieces by Ernest Bloch:

    • Prelude
    • Night
    • Tongataboo
  3. Quartet in A minor, Op. 51, No. 2Brahms

    • Allegro non troppo
    • Andante moderato
    • Quasi minuetto, moderato
    • Finale — Allegro non assai

The program is printed on aged, beige-toned paper with a formal, centered layout, using a classic serif typeface.


Right Page: Newspaper Clipping

This is a music review clipped from the Christian Science Monitor, dated November 15, 1930, written under the heading “Stradivarius Quartet” by a reviewer signed “C. S. B.” (likely for Christian Science Bulletin or the paper’s initials).

Summary of the Review:

The article reviews the Stradivarius Quartet’s concert from the previous evening (November 14, 1930), noting that the ensemble’s personnel — Wolfe Wolfinsohn, Alfred Pochon, Nicolas Moldavan, and Gerald Warburg — remained unchanged and delivered a well-received performance.

Key points from the review:

  • The concert featured Mozart’s D minor Quartet, No. 13; three short pieces by Ernest Bloch (“Prelude,” “Night,” “Tongataboo”); and Brahms’ A minor Quartet, Op. 51, No. 2.
  • The reviewer found Mozart’s quartet “so full of grace and charm,” praising the clarity and individuality of each player.
  • The Bloch pieces were described as “rather frobby than impressive,” suggesting they were more craft-oriented than emotionally deep, though the audience responded warmly.
  • Brahms’ quartet was lauded for its “suave loveliness of the Andante,” “brittle gaiety,” and “almost involuntary moodiness of the Finale.”
  • The reviewer concludes that while Bloch’s works might be “shopworn,” the audience was “highly intrigued” by the daring presentation of these “modernist” pieces.

Overall Impression

The image captures a fascinating moment in early 20th-century musical culture: a formal concert at a prestigious academic institution, featuring both classical staples (Mozart, Brahms) and modernist works (Bloch), followed by a contemporary critical review. The juxtaposition of the official program and the subjective review offers insight into how avant-garde works were received by audiences and critics of the time. The preservation of both documents on one sheet reflects their historical and archival value.

The aged paper, elegant typography, and thoughtful criticism evoke the cultural sophistication of university-sponsored concerts in the 1930s, highlighting the role of institutions like Harvard in promoting chamber music and new compositions.


Note on the date discrepancy: The program is for November 14, 1930. The newspaper clipping is from the next day, November 15, 1930 — consistent with a same-day review. There is no error — the clipping correctly reviews the concert that occurred the night before.

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The image is a printed page from a historical document, likely a program or a review of a classical music concert. The text on the page is divided into two main sections, with a title and a description of the event at the top, and detailed program information below.

The top section features a title "CONCERT" and the name of the event "The Stradivarius Quartet" with a subtitle "Under the Auspices of the Divisions of Music and of the Fine Arts of the Fogg Art Museum - Harvard University." The names of the performers are listed: Wolfe Wolfinson, First Violin; Alfred Pochon, Second Violin; Nicolas Moldavan, Viola; and Gerald Warburg, Violoncello. The date and time of the concert are also mentioned: Friday Evening, November 14, 1930, at 8:00 o'clock.

The bottom section of the page contains the program for the concert, listing two pieces: a "Quartet in D minor, No. 13" by Mozart, and a "Quartet in A minor, Op. 51, No. 2" by Brahms. Each piece is broken down into its movements, with titles and composers.

The right side of the page contains additional text that appears to be a review or commentary on the performance. It discusses the Stradivarius Quartet's reputation, the quality of the instruments, and the effectiveness of the concert. The review mentions the musicians' ability to convey a sense of unity and the audience's enthusiastic response.

The page has a historical and cultural significance, as it provides insight into the classical music scene in the early 20th century and the reputation of the Stradivarius Quartet. The review reflects the appreciation and admiration for the musicians' skill and the impact of their performance on the audience.

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The image shows a program for a concert by the Stradivarius Quartet, which took place at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University on November 14, 1930. The concert is under the auspices of the Divisions of Music and of the Fine Arts. The program includes works by Mozart, Bloch, and Brahms, with specific pieces listed such as "Quartet in D minor, No. 13" by Mozart, "Prelude" and "Night" by Bloch, and "Quartet in A minor, Op. 51, No. 2" by Brahms. The performers are identified as Wolfe Wolfinson, Alfred Pochon, Nicolas Moldavan, and Gerald Warburg, each playing a different instrument. The text also mentions the venue, the Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum, and the time of the concert, which is 8:00 PM. There is additional text on the right side of the program that appears to be a review or commentary on the concert, praising the performance and the quartet's interpretation of the music.

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The image shows a historical concert program from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The program is titled "Concert by The Stradivarius Quartet" and is dated Friday Evening, November 14, 1930, at 8:00 o'clock, held in the Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum. The concert is under the auspices of the Divisions of Music and Fine Arts at Harvard University.

Details of the Program:

Performers:

  • First Violin: Wolfe Wolfsohn
  • Second Violin: Alfred Pochon
  • Viola: Nicolas Moldavan
  • Violoncello: Gerald Warburg

Programme:

The concert features the following pieces:

  1. Quartet in D minor, No. 13 – Mozart

    • Allegro Moderato
    • Andante
    • Menuetto
    • Allegretto, ma non troppo
  2. Prelude – Ernest Bloch

    • Night
    • Tongataboo
  3. Quartet in A minor, Op. 51, No. 2 – Brahms

    • Allegro non troppo
    • Andante moderato
    • Quasi minuetto, moderato
    • Finale – Allegro non assai

Additional Information:

The program also includes a review or commentary on the concert, written by G. S. B.. The review discusses the Stradivarius Quartet's performance, highlighting their skill, the beauty of their instruments (notably the Stradivarius violins), and the audience's positive reception. The review praises the ensemble's interpretation of Mozart, Bloch, and Brahms, noting the emotional depth, technical precision, and the charm of their playing.

Design and Layout:

  • The program is printed on aged, cream-colored paper with a clean, formal layout typical of early 20th-century concert programs.
  • The text is typed in a classic serif font, giving it a formal and elegant appearance.
  • The header includes the name of the venue ("Fogg Art Museum – Harvard University") and the concert title, while the footer contains the review or commentary.

This document serves as a historical record of a musical event, showcasing the artistic excellence of the Stradivarius Quartet and the cultural significance of the performance at the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image depicts a vintage program for a concert by the Stradivarius Quartet at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, on Friday evening, November 14, 1930, at 8:00 o'clock.

The program features the names of the musicians: Wolfe Wolfensohn (First Violin), Alfred Pochon (Second Violin), Nicolas Moldavan (Viola), and Gerald Warburg (Violoncello). The concert includes two pieces:

  • "Quartet in D minor, No. 13" by Mozart
  • "Quartet in A minor, Op. 51, No. 2" by Brahms

The program is printed on aged paper with a brownish hue, featuring black text. A handwritten note in the upper right corner reads "Christian Science Monitor, November 15, 1930." The program is attached to a white sheet of paper with two holes punched in it, suggesting it was part of a binder or scrapbook. The background is a plain gray color.

The overall atmosphere of the image is one of nostalgia and cultural significance, evoking a sense of the past and the importance of music in society.

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The image depicts a vintage program for a concert by the Stradivarius Quartet at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University. The program is dated Friday, November 14, 1930, and features a list of the quartet's members, including Wolfe Wolfensohn (first violin), Alfred Pochon (second violin), Nicolas Moldavan (viola), and Gerald Warburg (violoncello). The program also includes a list of the pieces to be performed, including Mozart's Quartet in D minor, No. 13, and Brahms' Quartet in A minor, Op. 51, No. 2.

To the right of the program is a newspaper clipping from the Christian Science Monitor, dated November 15, 1930, which provides a review of the concert. The clipping describes the quartet's performance as "charming" and notes that they played with "great intelligence and responsiveness." The reviewer also praises the quartet's ability to bring out the nuances of the music, saying that they "brought great numbers of listeners to their feet."

Overall, the image suggests that the Stradivarius Quartet was a highly respected and accomplished ensemble, and that their concert at the Fogg Art Museum was a significant event in the musical community.

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The image is a scanned copy of a concert program and review from November 14, 1930, featuring the Stradivarius Quartet at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.

Concert Program:

  • The program is printed on aged paper with a yellowish hue.
  • It includes the following details:
    • Event: Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet
    • Venue: Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University
    • Date and Time: Friday evening, November 14, 1930, at 8:00 o'clock
    • Programme:
      • Quartet in D minor, No. 13 by Mozart
        • Allegro Moderato
        • Andante
        • Menuetto
        • Allegretto, ma non troppo
      • Prelude, Night, and Tongataboo by Ernest Bloch
      • Quartet in A minor, Op. 51, No. 2 by Brahms
        • Allegro non troppo
        • Andante moderato
        • Quasi minetto, moderato
        • Finale - Allegro non assai

Concert Review:

  • The review is typed on white paper and appears to be a clipping from a newspaper or magazine.
  • It is attached to the right side of the program with three holes punched along the edge, suggesting it was once part of a binder or scrapbook.
  • The review is dated November 15, 1930, and is titled "Christian Science Monitor."
  • The reviewer praises the Stradivarius Quartet's performance, highlighting their technical skill and musicality.
  • The review also mentions that the quartet played on rare instruments from the Stradivarius collection, which added to the evening's magic.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into a significant cultural event in 1930, showcasing the Stradivarius Quartet's talent and the appreciation of classical music at Harvard University.

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The image presents a vintage concert program and newspaper clipping, showcasing a unique blend of historical music documentation and journalistic critique.

Concert Program:

  • Title: "FOGG ART MUSEUM - HARVARD UNIVERSITY"
  • Event: CONCERT BY THE STRADIVARIUS QUARTET
  • Date and Time: Friday Evening, November 14, 1930, at 8:00 o'clock
  • Location: CENTRAL COURT OF THE FOGG ART MUSEUM
  • Performers:
    • Wolfe Wolfinsohn, First Violin
    • Alfred Pochon, Second Violin
    • Nicolas Moldavan, Viola
    • Gerald Warburg, Violoncello
  • Programme:
    • Quartet in D minor, No. 13 by Mozart
    • Prelude, Night, Tongataboo by Ernest Bloch
    • Quartet in A minor, Op. 51, No. 2 by Brahms

Newspaper Clipping:

  • Publication: Christian Science Monitor
  • Date: November 15, 1930
  • Content: A review of the Stradivarius Quartet's performance, praising their rare unanimity in preserving tone and musical phrase, as well as their ability to bring out the characteristics of each player's instruments. The reviewer notes that the quartet's performance was well-received by the audience, with many listeners drawn to the same groups that played on the previous Thursday evening.

Overall, the image provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of classical music in the early 20th century, highlighting the talents of the Stradivarius Quartet and the critical acclaim they received for their performances.