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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or an album containing a newspaper clipping. The clipping is from the Boston Herald and is dated Saturday, February 15, 1985. The article is titled "Music" and discusses an event at the Fogg Museum.

The article reviews a performance of the opera "Dido and Aeneas," which was presented by the Harvard Department of Music. The opera was directed by Margaret Fairbank and conducted by Michael Beattie. It features a 19-year-old Junior at Harvard, Alan Beveridge, from Alexandria, Virginia, who is a pupil of Walter Blanton.

The review highlights the performance, noting that the opera was published in 1687 and is considered a masterpiece of the baroque period. The performance included a small orchestra consisting of a brass trio and a string quartet. The reviewer praises the performance, especially the singing of the lead roles, and notes that the audience was particularly attentive during the final part of the opera.

The article also mentions that the opera was preceded by a performance of "The Adoration of the Magi," a work by Michael Praetorius, which was also well-received. The event was lavish and included a reception that started at 8:30 PM. The performances were part of a series of events scheduled for April at the Fogg Museum.

The image shows an open book or scrapbook with a newspaper clipping pasted onto one of the pages. The clipping is an article from the Boston Herald, dated Saturday, February 15, 1958. The headline at the top of the clipping reads "MUSIC," and the subhead specifies that it is from the Fogg Museum. The article discusses a performance at Harvard, featuring a 19-year-old junior at Harvard from Alexandria, Va., who is a pupil of Walter Piston. The article describes a chamber opera called "Dido and Aeneas" and other musical works performed, as well as some details about the performers and the program. The article also mentions that the performance was well-received and that a tape recording of the performance will be aired on WGBH-TV and WLVI-TV at a later date.

The page itself is slightly stained, with some visible marks and discoloration. The book’s spine is visible on the left, and the edges of the pages are slightly worn. The clipping is neatly pasted, but there are some creases and minor tears on it.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston Herald dated Saturday, February 15, 1958. The article focuses on a music event at the Fogg Museum, specifically a presentation by the Harvard Department of Music.

The article highlights the performance of two pieces: "Dido and Aeneas," a chamber opera by Henry Purcell, and a small-scale work by Thomas Beveridge, a 19-year-old junior at Harvard from Altavista, Virginia. The article describes the young composer's background, including his studies with Walter Piston, and mentions that his pieces have been published by Schirmer.

Beveridge performed as Aeneas in the opera "Dido and Aeneas," which was praised for its imaginative stage direction by Margaret Fairbank. The opera, a one-act play with a half-hour intermission, was previously unknown to many listeners. The event was a highlight for the Fogg Museum, and the program was well-received, with the audience appreciative of both performances.

The article also mentions that a tape recording of both performances will be available for those unable to attend.

The image shows a page from a book or a scrapbook with a newspaper clipping attached to it. The newspaper clipping is from the "Boston Herald" dated Saturday, February 15, 1958. The article is titled "Music" and discusses an event at the Fogg Museum.

The article describes a concert featuring the Harvard Department of Music, which presented two works by a composer named Thomas Beveridge. Beveridge, a 19-year-old junior from Alexandria, Virginia, is a pupil of Walter Piston and has written several choral pieces that will be published by Schirmer.

The performance included Beveridge's chamber opera "Dido and Aeneas," which was praised for its promising "harmonies" and "melodic invention." The opera is noted for its small ensemble, including a wind quintet, a brass trio, and a string quartet, with Beveridge himself taking the role of Aeneas. The opera is based on a one-act work by Jacopo Peri, which was published in 1597.

The concert was part of a series at the Fogg Museum, and the program was received well. The article notes that WGBH-FM will broadcast a tape recording of the performances for those unable to attend. The overall impression is of a successful and well-received musical event.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston Herald dated Saturday, February 15, 1958. The article is titled "MUSIC" and focuses on a performance at the Fogg Museum.

The article discusses the Harvard Department of Music's presentation of two works by a 19-year-old junior at Harvard, Thomas Beveridge, from Alexandria, Virginia. Beveridge is a pupil of Walter Piston and has written several choral pieces to be published by Schirmer.

The article highlights Beveridge's chamber opera "Dido and Aeneas," which was performed the previous night. The opera is a youthful interpretation of Henry Purcell's work, with a focus on the thoughts of Dido and Aeneas after their brief encounter, ending with Dido's despair at Aeneas' departure.

The second piece mentioned is a small orchestral work titled "Aeneas," which is described as a wind quintet, brass trio, and string quartet. Beveridge's musical talents are praised, particularly his ability to convey emotion through the use of a chorus and his own baritone voice.

The performance was well-received, with praise for the imaginative stage direction by Margaret Fairbank and the well-paced conducting. The opera and the orchestral work were part of a program that also included a previously unknown work by Nicolas Gombert, a 16th-century composer.

The program was well-attended, and a tape recording of both works was planned to be aired on WGBH-FM for those who were unable to attend.

The image is a page from a newspaper, specifically a section of the "Music" column from the "Fogg Museum." The article is a review or discussion about the composer Walter Piston and his work.

Here are the key points mentioned in the article:

1. Composer Profile:

   • The article discusses Walter Piston, a 19-year-old junior at Harvard from Rockland, Maine.
   • Piston is a pupil and has written several choral pieces, some of which are to be published by Schirmer.

2. Opera Performance:

   • The text describes the performance of Piston's chamber opera, "Dido and Aeneas," which is based on a story from Virgil's "Aeneid."
   • The opera deals with the tragic tale of Dido, the Queen of Carthage, who falls deeply in love with Aeneas, a Trojan warrior.
   • The music captures the emotional depth of Dido's character, particularly in the final act where she decides to end her life after Aeneas leaves her. The orchestration shifts dramatically to reflect her emotions.

3. Musical Elements:

   • The opera features a small chorus commenting on the action.
   • The solo voices in the opera were praised for their quality, although one soprano's voice was noted to be better suited for more imaginative staging directions.

4. Historical Context:

   • The opera "Dido and Aeneas" by Henry Purcell is referenced, noting that it was published in 1689 and is a well-known work in the baroque genre.

5. Program Information:

   • The article mentions a performance of works by Piston that was part of a program at the Fogg Museum.
   • The event was a repeat of a previous program due to its popularity, and it included a tape recording for those who couldn't attend in person.

6. Publication Information:

   • The article is from the "Boston Herald," dated February 15, 1957.

The article combines a critique of Piston's work with historical context and details about the performance event.

This image shows a scrapbook page with a newspaper clipping pasted onto it. The clipping is a music review from the Boston Herald dated Saturday, February 15, 1958. It discusses a performance at the Fogg Museum by the Harvard Glee Club and Radcliffe Choral Society, featuring chamber orchestra and the program "Dido and Aeneas," composed by Thomas Beveridge, a 19-year-old junior at Harvard from Alexandria, VA. The review praises Beveridge's talent, the imaginative stage direction of Margaret Fairbank, and the conducting by Michael Senturia. It mentions a sold-out house, the audience's applause, and that the program was to be repeated that evening. The review is signed with the initials W.J.N.

There are some stains toward the right side of the scrapbook page, but the clipping is neatly affixed in the center. The handwritten note below the clipping reads "Boston Herald Sat, Feb. 15, 1958."

This image shows an aged newspaper clipping pasted onto a blank page of a book or a scrapbook. The newspaper clipping is a column with the heading "MUSIC" and the subheading "Fogg Museum." It appears to be a review or a discussion related to a musical event at the Fogg Museum. The text of the article is densely packed and mentions various individuals and pieces of music. At the bottom of the clipping, a handwritten note says, "Boston Herald Sat. Feb. 15, 1958," providing information about the source and date of the article. The page exhibits mild discoloration and signs of wear, indicative of the paper's age. The book or scrapbook itself appears quite old, with yellowed pages and a frayed edge visible on the left side of the image.

The image shows an open book, likely a program or booklet, with a page titled "MUSIC" prominently displayed at the top. The page appears to be from a publication or program related to a musical performance or event. Here are the key details:

Header and Title:

• The page is titled "MUSIC", indicating that it contains information about a musical event or performance.
• The header includes the name "The Harvard Department of Music", suggesting the event is associated with Harvard University.

Content Overview:

• The text describes a performance or presentation by Thomas Beveridge, a composer and pupil of Walter Piston.
• Beveridge is noted as having written several choral pieces and is preparing for the premiere of his first opera, "Dido and Aeneas."
• The article discusses the opera's plot, which revolves around the tragic love story of Dido and Aeneas, and highlights the composer's approach to integrating music with the drama.
• The performance includes a small orchestra, string quartet, and chorus, with specific roles mentioned, such as a baritone (Blanchard) portraying Dido.

Event Details:

• The program was presented at a meeting of the Harvard Musical Club and the Harvard Society of Chamber Music.
• The event took place on Saturday, February 15, 1958, as indicated by a handwritten note at the bottom of the page: "Sat. Feb. 15, 1958."
• The venue is referred to as "The Fogg Museum", and the program is described as lavish, with a gold-leaf house in the courtyard.
• The performance was part of a program that included a half-hour opera preceded by a prelude composed by Nicholas Gombert.
• The article mentions that the program will be repeated at 9:30 p.m. for those unable to attend the initial performance.

Handwritten Note:

• At the bottom of the page, there is a handwritten note in blue ink that reads: "Boston Herald, Sat. Feb. 15, 1958." This suggests the page is a clipping or excerpt from the Boston Herald newspaper, dated February 15, 1958.

Visual Elements:

• The page has a clean, typed layout with some handwritten annotations.
• The book itself has a dark red or maroon spine, indicating it may be part of an archive or collection.
• The page shows signs of age, with slight discoloration and wear, consistent with historical documents.

Overall Context:

This page serves as a historical record of a musical performance or event, providing details about the composer, the opera, the performers, and the setting. It reflects the cultural and artistic activities at Harvard University in the late 1950s. The handwritten note and newspaper reference suggest it was preserved as part of an archive or collection of historical documents.

The image shows a newspaper clipping placed on a white page, which is part of a scrapbook. The clipping is from the "Boston Herald" dated Saturday, February 15, 1958. The headline reads "MUSIC" in bold letters. Below the headline, there is a subheading "Fogg Museum," indicating the location where the event took place. The clipping is about a performance by Thomas Bevridge, a young composer and pianist, who is a pupil of Walter Piston and has written several choral pieces. The article mentions that Bevridge will perform his first piece of last night's performance, "Dido and Aeneas," and that he is a young man with a great deal of talent who will have a long career ahead of him. The clipping also mentions that Bevridge will perform his own works, including a piece called "The Two-Spaced Hour," which was previously unknown until its historic performance at the Fogg Museum.