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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1978-October 1982

ARCH.2003.37, Rendition: 808788

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from February 13, 1981, titled "Medford musician in Baroque concert." The article is about a concert by "Intimate Baroque," a vocal trio from the New England Baroque Ensemble, which took place at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge. The concert was part of the Fogg's Sunday concert series.

The article details the composition of the trio, mentioning Eileen Moreman of Medford on soprano, Douglas Freundlich on archlute, and Sheila Beardslee on recorder. It also provides background on the musicians and their performances, including Handel's influence on Baroque music and the program's features.

The article is accompanied by a black-and-white photograph of the trio. Below the article is another photograph showing Arthur Beale and Suzannah Doeringer holding mementos given to them by their colleagues at the Fogg Art Museum in honor of their longer service to Harvard. They are also presented with gold ID cards for everyday use around the University.

The text is neatly arranged in columns, and the photographs are placed on the page to complement the article. The overall tone of the article is informative and highlights the cultural and musical aspects of the event.

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This image shows a newspaper clipping from February 13, 1981, about a Baroque concert featuring a Medford musician. The article is titled "Medford musician in Baroque concert" and discusses a concert by the New England Baroque Ensemble's vocal trio, "Intimate Baroque," featuring chamber works by G.F. Handel. The concert was scheduled to take place on Sunday at 4 p.m. at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge.

The article provides background on the musicians involved: Eileen Moremen of Medford, Douglas Freundlich, and Sheila Beardslee. It mentions their musical backgrounds, connections to various music schools, and their expertise in Baroque music. The ensemble has performed in various styles, including German sacred songs, French airs, Italian cantatas, and English opera excerpts.

There is a photograph accompanying the article showing three individuals, identified as Eileen Moremen, Douglas Freundlich, and Sheila Beardslee, standing together. Freundlich is holding a Baroque instrument, possibly a lute or a theorbo.

At the bottom of the page, there is another photograph showing two individuals, Arthur Beale and Suzannah Doeringer, holding mementos given to them by their colleagues at the Fogg Art Museum in honor of their service to Harvard. The caption mentions that they were also presented with larger-than-life gold I.D. cards.

Additionally, there is a small decorative illustration at the top left corner of the clipping with the word "Gazette" and some balloons. The clipping is dated July 10, 1981. The newspaper is part of a scrapbook or collection, as indicated by the visible binding and other clippings in the background.

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This image displays a page from a newspaper clipping, dated February 13, 1981, as indicated in the top-left corner. The clipping is pasted into a scrapbook or binder, with the page slightly yellowed and the binding visible on the right edge. The newspaper is from the New England Newspaper, with a stamp indicating it was received in Holden, Mass. on 0.12.820 (likely a date stamp error or archive code).


Main Article: “Medford musician in Baroque concert”

The headline announces a concert by the New England Baroque Ensemble’s vocal trio, “Intimate Baroque,” to be held at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, as part of the museum’s Sunday concert series. The concert will feature chamber works by G.F. Handel and will take place in the Naumburg Room of the museum’s main gallery building at 32 Quincy St.

The article focuses on Eileen Morémen of Medford, a soprano and member of the trio, who has been a resident of Medford for three years. She holds a degree in voice and music history from the Eastman School of Music and the University of Michigan, and was a finalist in the Erwin Bodky Competition. She has also studied with renowned vocalists and is a soloist at the Christian Science Church in Needham. In addition, she teaches voice from her studio in Winchester.

The trio also includes:

  • Douglas Freundlich, an archlute player and member of the faculty at the Longy School of Music in Cambridge.
  • Sheila Beardslee, a recorder player who directs the early music program at Tufts University in Medford and teaches recorder there.

The article provides historical context about Handel, noting his German birth and Italian influences, and explains how “Intimate Baroque” curates programs featuring works in four national styles: German sacred songs, French airs, Italian cantatas, and English opera excerpts.

The ensemble has performed extensively in Massachusetts and New Hampshire and has been broadcast on local radio stations such as WCUM-FM (Worcester) and WGBH-FM (Boston).


Photograph Caption: “INTIMATE BAROQUE”

Accompanying the article is a black-and-white photo of the three women in the trio. From left to right:

  • Eileen Morémen (soprano)
  • Douglas Freundlich (archlute)
  • Sheila Beardslee (recorder)

They are standing on a patterned rug, dressed in period-style or performance attire. Douglas Freundlich is holding a large archlute; its body rests on the floor. All three are smiling at the camera.


Additional Article: “Gazette — July 10, 1981”

Below and to the left of the main article is a separate, smaller clipping (dated July 10, 1981, but physically pasted under the Feb 13 clipping). It features a photo of Arthur Beale and Suzannah Dorminger holding framed mementos and books at the Fogg Art Museum, in honor of their long service to Harvard University. They also received “larger-than-life gold I.D. cards.” The photo is credited to Joe Wrim.


Overall Context

This newspaper clipping commemorates a local cultural event — a Baroque music concert — highlighting the involvement of Medford residents and musicians associated with prestigious Boston-area institutions. The inclusion of the July 1981 clipping below suggests this scrapbook may be documenting the activities, honors, or milestones of individuals connected to Harvard or the Fogg Museum.

The clipping reflects a community’s pride in its local artists and cultural programming, as well as the enduring legacy of historical music performance in the Cambridge/Boston area during the early 1980s.

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The image is a page from a newspaper with the headline "Medford musician in Baroque concert." The page is from the New England News, dated February 18, 1981. The article is about a Baroque concert featuring the New England Baroque Ensemble, which includes Medford residents Douglas Freundlich, Eileen Moreman, and Sheila Beardslee. The article includes a black-and-white photograph of the trio standing together, with Freundlich holding a musical instrument, possibly a recorder, and the other two members smiling. There is also a smaller photograph of Eileen Moreman and Sheila Beardslee standing together, with Moreman holding a book and Beardslee holding a musical instrument. The article describes the concert and the performers' backgrounds and achievements.

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An open book with a black and white image of three people on the right side of the page. The image is of a woman holding a musical instrument and a man beside her holding a lute. The text is written in black font and is titled "Medford musician in Baroque concert." The text includes information about the musicians and their performances. The book has a black border on the sides.

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The image depicts a page from a newspaper or magazine, showcasing an article titled "Medford musician in Baroque concert". The article is dated February 13, 1981, and is sourced from the New England Newsclip.

Visual Elements:

  1. Headline and Subheading:

    • The main headline is "Medford musician in Baroque concert", indicating that the article focuses on a musician from Medford participating in a Baroque music performance.
    • A subheading below the headline reads "INTIMATE BAROQUE", suggesting the name of the ensemble or the theme of the concert.
  2. Photograph:

    • A black-and-white photograph accompanies the article. It shows three individuals standing together, each holding a stringed instrument, likely a lute or similar Baroque-era instrument.
    • The individuals appear to be part of a musical ensemble, dressed in period-appropriate attire, reinforcing the Baroque theme of the concert.
  3. Article Content:

    • The article discusses Sheila Beardslee, a Medford resident and recorder teacher at Tufts University, who is part of the New England Baroque Ensemble's vocal trio "Intimate Baroque".
    • The ensemble is scheduled to perform on Sunday at 4 p.m. in the Naumburg Room of the Fogg Art Museum, as part of the museum's early music concert series.
    • The article highlights Sheila Beardslee's background, including her studies in voice and music history at Eastman School of Music, Rochester, N.Y., and her involvement with the Erwin Bodky Competition in New York.
    • It also mentions her expertise in 18th-century songs and her association with the Christ Church in Needham and Harvard Science Church.
  4. Additional Image:

    • Below the main article, there is a smaller photograph showing two individuals (Arlin Braze and Suzanne Doering) holding memorabilia, including gold I.D. cards given to them by the Fogg Art Museum in recognition of their service. The caption notes that these cards are now used daily around the university.

Layout and Design:

  • The page is well-organized, with the headline prominently displayed at the top.
  • The photograph is centrally placed, drawing attention to the performers and their instruments.
  • The article text is concise and informative, providing context about the musician, the ensemble, and the upcoming performance.
  • The smaller photograph and caption below add an additional layer of detail, showcasing the university's recognition of long-term service.

Overall Impression:

The image conveys a sense of cultural and academic engagement, highlighting the intersection of music, history, and university life. The article emphasizes the importance of Baroque music and the contributions of local musicians to the arts community. The layout is clean and professional, typical of a newspaper or magazine publication.

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This is an image of a newspaper page clipped and pasted onto a scrapbook or journal. The newspaper article is dated February 13, 1981, and the headline reads "Medford musician in Baroque concert." Beneath the title, there are two columns of text describing the event or the musician's involvement, most likely containing details about performances, biographical context, or related musical content.

In the lower part of the page, there is a smaller photo with a caption beginning with "'INTIMATE BAROQUE' — The New England Baroque Ensemble's vocal trio, 'Intimate Baroque,' will perform Sunday at...". This photo shows three individuals standing in what appears to be a historical or possibly museum-like setting, with a floor of large stone tiles. Two of the individuals appear to be holding Baroque-era musical instruments; one appears to be a stringed instrument resembling a lute, and the other might be a woodwind instrument, perhaps a recorder.

The article and photo suggest a historical or musical interest and were likely compiled by someone preserving information about local cultural events or music history.

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This image is a scrapbook page featuring newspaper clippings related to a Baroque music concert. The larger clipping highlights a "Medford musician in Baroque concert" and showcases a group referred to as "Intimate Baroque," a vocal trio. The accompanying photograph depicts three individuals dressed in period attire, one holding a historical musical instrument, possibly a lute. The text describes their performance and their connection to Baroque music.

The bottom clipping, labeled "Gazette July 10, 1968," features another photograph, showing individuals holding up items that were gifts from colleagues. The page has a trimmed, archival style, typical for preserving cultural and historical documentation.

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The image shows a scrapbook or album page containing two newspaper clippings. The larger clipping on the right is titled "Medford musician in Baroque concert," dated February 13, 1981, from the New England Newsweekly. It describes a Baroque concert featuring the New England Baroque Ensemble's vocal trio, "Intimate Baroque," performing at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge. The clipping includes a photo of three musicians standing together. One holds a lute, another a recorder, and the third appears to stand between two music stands or candles.

The smaller clipping at the bottom left is dated July 10, 1961, and shows two people, a man and a woman, identified as Arthur Beale and Suzannah Doeringer. They are holding up mementos, including colorful images and larger-than-life gold objects, in a room that appears to be the Fogg Art Museum, likely in honor of some event related to Harvard. The accompanying caption explains the items presented to them were oversized keys to Harvard and symbolic objects related to their service and daily use around the university.

The page overall captures historical cultural and musical events related to Baroque music and the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge.

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The image shows a scrapbook/page of old newspaper clippings. The main piece is a clipping with the headline “Medford musician in Baroque concert.” It includes two columns of text and a large black‑and‑white photo on the right of three people in period costumes standing with a baroque-style string instrument (looks like a lute/guitar). Their faces are blurred. A caption beneath the photo reads something about an “Intimate Baroque” performance by a New England Baroque Ensemble.

In the lower left, there is a second, smaller photo of people looking at posters or displays, with a caption mentioning names (faces not identifiable). The page has a yellowed, aged look and appears to be part of a bound scrapbook or album.