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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1931-August 1933

ARCH.2003.26, Rendition: 791822

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The image is a historical document from 1932, specifically a transcript dated March 31, 1932. It contains details about a concert by the Bach Cantata Club, which was scheduled to take place at the Fogg Art Museum on April 29, 1932, at 8:15 PM.

Key points from the document:

  1. Event Details:

    • Date: Friday, April 29, 1932.
    • Time: 8:15 PM.
    • Location: Fogg Art Museum.
    • Admission: By ticket only.
  2. Concert Information:

    • The Bach Cantata Club, led by Mr. G. Wallace Woodworth, is performing.
    • The program includes:
      • "Jubilate Deo" by Giovanni Gabrieli (1557-1615), for eight-part chorus.
      • "Benedictus" by Giovanni Gabrieli (1557-1615), for three choirs.
      • "Daun XCVI" by Heinrich Schütz (1585-1672), for two choirs.
      • Two choruses from "Stabat Mater" by Giovanni Battista Pergolesi (1710-1736), for women's voices and organ.
      • "Stabat Mater" by Giovanni Battista Pergolesi (1710-1736).
      • "Quia Respexit" by Giovanni Battista Pergolesi (1710-1736).
      • "Giovene Pervigil da Palestrina" (1525-1594).
      • "Jephtah," an Oratorio by Giacomo Carissimi (1604-1674).
  3. Soloists:

    • Amy Browne Townsend.
    • Dorothy Leeming.
    • James H. Townsend.
  4. Conductor:

    • G. W. Woodworth, who is also mentioned as the joint conductor with Dr. A. T. Davison of the Harvard Glee Club in its concert in honor of Gustav Holst.
  5. Additional Information:

    • The concert features selections from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.
    • The document also includes a calendar entry for the event and notes that free tickets can be obtained at the Fogg Art Museum.

The document provides a detailed program and context for the concert, highlighting the historical and musical significance of the event.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Transcript dated March 31, 1932, announcing an upcoming concert by the Bach Cantata Club. Here are the detailed points:

  1. Main Event Announcement:

    • The Bach Cantata Club, along with the Fogg Museum, has arranged an annual concert set for April 22. The performance will include choral and instrumental pieces.
    • The audience will participate by answering the double choruses, a unique feature of the concert.
    • The organ used was built in England about two years ago and will be played by Mr. G. Wallace Woodworth, who will also lead the club through various pieces.
  2. Concert Details on April 29:

    • The Bach Cantata Club will perform at the Fogg Art Museum on Friday, April 29, at 8:15 P.M.
    • The concert will feature works from the 16th and 17th centuries, including compositions by Gabrielli, Schütz, Palestrina, and Carissimi.
    • The event will have three soloists: Amy Browne Townsend, Nancy Loring, and James H. Townsend.
    • G. Wallace Woodworth will conduct the concert, which will include pieces like "Jubilate Deo" and "Jephtha," an oratorio.
  3. Program Schedule:

    • Jubilate Deo (for eight-part chorus) - Giovanni Gabrieli (1557-1613)
    • Benedictus (for three choirs)
    • Psalm XCVIII (for two choirs) - Heinrich Schütz (1585-1672)
    • Two choruses from "Stabat Mater" (for voices and organ) - Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (1529-1594)
    • Stabat Mater (for two choirs)
    • Jephtha, an Oratorio - Giacomo Carissimi (1604-1674)
  4. Other Information:

    • Admission to the concert is by ticket only.
    • Tickets are available at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The event also includes a calendar note about a lacrosse game between Tufts and Harvard scheduled for the same day.
  5. Additional Note:

    • Mr. Woodworth will also be involved in a joint concert on April 26, honoring Gustav Holst, featuring the Harvard Glee Club.

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The image is a historical program from March 31, 1932, detailing a concert by the Bach Cantata Club. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Headline and Announcement:

    • The headline reads "BACH CANTATA CLUB TO PERFORM HERE TONIGHT."
    • It announces a concert by the Bach Cantata Club to be held at the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Concert Details:

    • The concert will be conducted by G. Wallace Woodworth.
    • The program includes music from the 16th and 17th centuries, featuring works by Giovanni Gabrieli, Heinrich Schütz, Alessandro Scarlatti, Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, and Giacomo Carissimi.
    • The concert will include three soloists: Amy Browne Townsend, Nancy Loring, and James H. Townsend.
  3. Programme:

    • The concert will open with "Jubilate Deo" by Gabrieli for an eight-part chorus.
    • The program includes:
      • "Benedictus" for three choirs.
      • "Psalm CXVIII" for two choirs by Heinrich Schütz.
      • Two choruses from "Stabat Mater" by Alessandro Scarlatti for women's voices and organ.
      • "Stabat Mater" for two choirs by Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina.
      • "Jephtha," an Oratorio by Giacomo Carissimi, with soloists.
  4. Calendar Information:

    • The concert is scheduled for Friday, April 29, at 8:15 PM in the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Admission to the concert is by ticket only, and free tickets may be obtained at the Fogg Art Museum.
  5. Additional Notes:

    • Mr. Woodworth is noted as an instructor in music.
    • The concert is part of the Bach Cantata Club’s activities and is conducted in collaboration with the Harvard Glee Club in honor of Gustav Holst.
  6. Date and Transcript:

    • The document is dated March 31, 1932, and is a transcript of the concert announcement.

The program is a historical document highlighting a significant musical event from the early 20th century, showcasing the work of the Bach Cantata Club and the music of renowned composers from the Renaissance and Baroque periods.

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The image contains multiple documents related to a concert by the Bach Cantata Club at the Fogg Art Museum on Friday, April 29, 1932.

  1. Top Left Section:

    • This section includes a transcript dated March 31, 1932.
    • It announces that the Bach Cantata Club and the Fogg Museum have arranged a concert for April 22, with a performance of the "Jubilate Deo" and other pieces. Mr. Wallace Woodworth will lead the club, and the concert will feature two choirs, an organ, and soloists.
  2. Top Middle Section:

    • A newspaper clipping titled "Bach Cantata Club to Perform Here Tonight" states that G. W. Woodworth will conduct a concert of 16th and 17th-century songs, including works by Gabrieli, Schutz, Scarlatti, Palestrina, and Carissimi. The concert will feature three soloists and take place at the Fogg Art Museum.
  3. Top Right Section:

    • A brief note mentions the Bach Cantata Club's concert at the Fogg Art Museum on April 29, conducted by G. W. Woodworth.
  4. Bottom Left Section:

    • A calendar entry for Friday, April 29, lists a concert by the Bach Cantata Club at the Fogg Art Museum, starting at 8:15 PM. It mentions a Lacrosse game and a Harvard vs. Medford concert.
  5. Bottom Center Section:

    • A detailed program for the concert by the Bach Cantata Club is provided:
      • Conductor: G. Wallace Woodworth
      • Date: Friday, April 29, 1932
      • Time: 8:15 PM
      • Programme:
        • Jubilate Deo (for eight-part chorus)
        • Benedictus (for three choirs)
        • Psalm 100 (by Giovanni Gabrieli)
        • Psalm 138 (by Heinrich Schutz)
        • Two choruses from Stabat Mater (by Alessandro Scarlatti)
        • Stabat Mater (by Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina)
        • Jephthah, an Oratorio (by Giacomo Carissimi)
      • Soloists: Amy Browne Townsend, Nancy Loring, James H. Townsend
      • Admission: By ticket only, with free tickets available at the Fogg Art Museum.

The overall context of the documents is to inform the public about the upcoming concert by the Bach Cantata Club, detailing the program, the conductor, the date, time, and location, along with the names of the soloists and admission information.

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The image is a page from a newspaper or a historical document, dated March 31, 1932, featuring several announcements related to a concert by the Bach Cantata Club.

  1. Top Left Section (In Novel Setting):

    • This section includes an article about a concert arrangement at Harvard involving the Bach Cantata Club and the Fogg Museum. It mentions that the performance will be held on April 22 and will include singers from the Fogg Museum choir. Mr. Wallace Woodworth will lead the club.
  2. Top Right Section:

    • The main headline reads, "BACH CANTATA CLUB TO PERFORM HERE TONIGHT."
    • It describes a concert by the Bach Cantata Club conducted by G. W. Woodworth on April 29, featuring songs from the 16th and 17th centuries. The program includes works by Giovanni Gabrieli, Heinrich Schutz, Alessandro Scarlatti, Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, and Giacomo Carissimi, with soloists Amy Browne Townsend, Nancy Loring, and James H. Townsend.
  3. Calendar Section:

    • The calendar lists events for Friday, April 29, including a lacrosse match (Tufts vs. Harvard) and a concert by the Bach Cantata Club at the Fogg Art Museum at 8:15 P.M.
  4. Bottom Left Section:

    • Another detailed announcement for the concert by the Bach Cantata Club on April 29, including the program:
      • Jubilate Deo by Giovanni Gabrieli (for eight-part chorus)
      • Benedictus by Gabrieli (for three choirs)
      • Psalm XVIII by Heinrich Schutz (for two choirs)
      • Two choruses from "Stabat Mater" by Alessandro Scarlatti (for women's voices and organ)
      • Stabat Mater by Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (for two choirs)
      • Jephtha, an Oratorio by Giacomo Carissimi (with soloists Amy Browne Townsend, Nancy Loring, and James H. Townsend)
    • It notes that admission is by ticket only, and free tickets may be obtained at the Fogg Art Museum.

Overall, this document captures a historical event involving a musical concert by the Bach Cantata Club at the Fogg Art Museum, detailing the performers, the compositions, and the logistics of attending the event.

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The image displays a collection of documents related to a concert by the Bach Cantata Club at the Fogg Art Museum. The documents are dated from March to April 1932. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Article Headline: "BACH CANTATA CLUB TO PERFORM HERE TONIGHT"

    • Date: March 31, 1932
    • The Bach Cantata Club, directed by G. Wallace Woodworth, will perform at the Fogg Art Museum. The program includes works by composers from the 16th and 17th centuries, such as Giovanni Gabrieli, Heinrich Schütz, and Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina. The concert will feature the "Jubilate Deo" for eight-part chorus and other pieces requiring double choruses. The article mentions that the audience will be seated around the choristers for an intimate setting.
  2. Calendar Event

    • Date: Friday, April 29, 1932
    • The calendar notes a concert by the Bach Cantata Club at the Fogg Art Museum at 8:15 P.M.
  3. Concert Announcement: "Concert by the Bach Cantata Club"

    • Date: Friday, April 29, 1932
    • The Bach Cantata Club, conducted by G. Wallace Woodworth, will present a concert at the Fogg Art Museum. The program includes:
      • "Jubilate Deo" for eight-part chorus by Giovanni Gabrieli
      • "Benedictus" for three choirs by Giovanni Gabrieli
      • "Psalm XVI" for two choirs by Heinrich Schütz
      • Two choruses from "Stabat Mater" for women's voices and organ by Alessandro Scarlatti
      • "Jephtha," an oratorio for three voices and organ by Giacomo Carissimi
    • Soloists for the concert include Amy Browne Townsend, Nancy Loring, and James H. Townsend.
    • Admission to the concert is by ticket only, with tickets available at the Fogg Art Museum.

The documents provide a historical record of the musical events organized by the Bach Cantata Club in 1932, highlighting the repertoire, conductors, and venues associated with these performances.

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This image appears to be a historical document or flyer advertising a musical event titled "Bach Cantata Club To Perform Here Tonight." The text indicates that the event will be conducted by G. Wallace Woodworth and includes songs of the 16th and 17th centuries. The performance featured three soloists and was scheduled for Friday, April 29, at the Fogg Art Museum at 8:15 p.m. The event was ticketed, but it mentions that free tickets could be obtained at the Fogg Art Museum.

The program listed includes works by Giovanni Gabrieli, Heinrich Schütz, and Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina among others. Works titled "Jubilate Deo," "Psalm XVIII," and "Stabat Mater" are some of the featured pieces.

On the left, a portion of a calendar for Friday, April 29, is visible, mentioning an event at Medford, a concert by the Bach Cantata Club at the Fogg Art Museum, and the Harvard Glee Club.

There are handwritten notes on the flyer as well, such as "Transcript March 31, 1932," which likely refers to some sort of transcription or record-keeping note dated March 31, 1932. Another handwritten note reads "No. 8 Copy 2" and a date "Apr. 2 1932."

Overall, the document gives the impression of being from the early 20th century and provides insight into the classical music performances of that era. The specific date annotations suggest this is a preserved record or a historical memorabilia piece.

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This image is a collection of newspaper clippings and written annotations concerning concerts performed by the Bach Cantata Club at the Fogg Art Museum. The main article is titled "Bach Cantata Club to Perform Here Tonight," detailing a concert conducted by G. Wallace Woodworth that includes songs from the 16th and 17th centuries and featured three soloists. It mentions that the program will include works from composers like Giovanni Gabrielli, Heinrich Schutz, and Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina.

A smaller clipping under the title gives the date of the concert: Friday, April 29, at 8:15 PM. The program includes pieces such as "Jubilate Deo" by Giovanni Gabrielli, "Psalm XCVII" by Heinrich Schutz, and "Stabat Mater" by Alessandro Scarlatti, with performances by soloists Avery Browne Townsend, Mary Lovina, and James H. Townsend.

Handwritten notes indicate the transcript dates of March 31, 1932, May 6, 1932, and April 29, 1932. There are also mentions of a chorus and additional performances in honor of Gustavy Holst.

Overall, the image gives information regarding the Bach Cantata Club's concert schedule, program, performers, and special notes related to the events held at the Fogg Art Museum in 1932.

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This image shows a scrapbook page containing six newspaper clippings related to concerts by the Bach Cantata Club, held at the Fogg Art Museum. The clippings are arranged with some handwritten dates and notes around them, mostly referring to the year 1932.

Key details from the clippings:

  • The Bach Cantata Club, under the direction of G. Wallace Woodworth, was scheduled to perform on Friday, April 29 (likely 1932), at 8:15 p.m. at the Fogg Art Museum.
  • The concerts featured works from 16th and 17th-century composers such as Giovanni Gabrielli, Heinrich Schutz, Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Alessandro Scarlatti, and Giacomo Carissimi.
  • The program included pieces like "Jubilate Deo," "Benedictus," "Psalm XCVIII," two choruses from "Stabat Mater," "Stabat Mater," and "Jephthah," an oratorio.
  • Three soloists mentioned are Amy Browne Townsend, Nancy Loring, and James H. Townsend.
  • Admission was by ticket only, with free tickets available at the Fogg Art Museum.
  • One clipping mentions the concert as a tribute to Gustav Holst, with Dr. A. T. Davison involved from the Harvard Glee Club.
  • The organ used in the Fogg Museum was built in England in 1809 and installed there two years prior.
  • The clippings date back to 1932 according to the handwritten notes.

Overall, the page documents announcements and details of a notable early 20th-century concert event by the Bach Cantata Club at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum.

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The image shows a historical document, likely a program or announcement for a concert by the Bach Cantata Club, dated April 29, 1932. The document is titled "BACH CANTATA CLUB TO PERFORM HERE TONIGHT" and is centered around a concert taking place at the Fogg Art Museum.

Key Details:

  1. Event Title and Date:

    • The event is a concert by the Bach Cantata Club, directed by G. W. Woodward.
    • It is scheduled for Friday, April 29, 1932, at 8:15 P.M. in the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Conductor:

    • The concert is conducted by G. W. Woodward, who is also noted as the instructor of music at the museum.
  3. Program:

    • The program includes a selection of works from the 16th and 17th centuries, featuring composers such as:
      • Giovanni Gabrielli
      • Heinrich Schütz
      • Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina
      • Alessandro Scarlatti
      • Giovanni Giacomo Carissimi
    • The concert features a variety of choral arrangements, including:
      • "Jubilate Deo" (Gabrieli) for eight-part chorus.
      • "Benedictus" (Gabrieli) for three choirs.
      • "Psalm XVIII" (Schütz) for women's voices and organ.
      • Two choruses from Scarlatti's Stabat Mater for two choirs.
      • "Stabat Mater" (Palestrina) for two choirs.
      • "Jephtha, an Oratorio" (Carissimi) for soloists and orchestra.
  4. Soloists:

    • The soloists for the concert are:
      • Amy Browne Townsend
      • Nancy Loring
      • James H. Townsend
  5. Admission:

    • Admission is by ticket only. Free tickets can be obtained at the Fogg Art Museum.
  6. Additional Notes:

    • The document includes a handwritten note at the top left: "Transcript March 31, 1932", indicating that this is a transcribed or copied version of the original program.
    • There are additional handwritten annotations in the margins, such as "HAB May 6 1932" and "HAB april 29 1932", suggesting the document was part of a collection or archive.

Context:

The document reflects the cultural and musical activities of the early 20th century, showcasing a focus on Baroque and early classical music. The Bach Cantata Club appears to have been an organization dedicated to performing and promoting this repertoire, and the Fogg Art Museum served as a venue for such events. The inclusion of detailed program information and specific composers indicates a scholarly and educational approach to music performance.

Overall, the image captures a snapshot of a historical musical event, highlighting the Bach Cantata Club's dedication to preserving and performing classical music.