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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1978-October 1982

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Herald dated February 13, 1981. The main article, titled "Medford musician in Baroque concert," discusses an upcoming performance by the New England Baroque Ensemble's vocal trio, "Intimate Baroque." The concert is scheduled for Sunday at 4 p.m. in the main gallery building of the Fogg Art Museum at 32 Quincy St., Cambridge, as part of the museum's Sunday series.

The vocal trio consists of:

  • Douglas Freundlich, a Medford resident and soprano who teaches voice at the Longy School of Music in Cambridge and directs the New England Baroque Ensemble.
  • Sheila Beardslee, an archivist and recorder teacher at Tufts University.
  • Susanah Dienstfrey, a mezzo-soprano and recorder player.

The article provides background on the ensemble and its members, including Freundlich's history and expertise in Baroque music and his role as the ensemble's director. It also mentions Freundlich's previous teaching positions and his performances in various styles, including German, French, Italian, and English repertoires.

Additionally, there is a smaller article below the main one, titled "Gazette," dated July 10, 1980. This article features a photograph of two individuals, Walter Beck and Susannah Dienstfrey, holding up mementos given to them by their colleagues upon their departure from Harvard. The mementos were presented as tokens of appreciation for their long service to Harvard.

The image includes a black-and-white photograph of the three members of "Intimate Baroque" dressed in period costumes, with one member holding a lute. There is also a smaller photograph accompanying the "Gazette" article showing the two individuals with their mementos.

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The image shows a newspaper article from February 18, 1981, titled "Medford musician in Baroque concert." The article discusses a performance by the New England Baroque Ensemble.

Key points from the article include:

  1. Performers and Composition:

    • A composition by G.F. Handel, titled "Intimate Baroque," is being presented by the New England Baroque Ensemble.
    • The piece is composed by Douglas Freundlich, a member of the faculty at the Longy School of Music in Cambridge.
  2. Participants:

    • The ensemble's vocal trio includes individuals from Medford, Cambridge, and Longy School of Music.
    • Ms. Moreman, a Medford resident, is a vocal artist and holds degrees in voice and music history.
    • The trio includes Ms. Beardslee, who directs the early music program at Tufts University and is a recorder teacher.
  3. Details of the Event:

    • The concert is scheduled for Sunday at 4:00 PM in the Naumburg Room of the Fogg Art Museum, 32 Quincy St., Cambridge.
    • The performance is part of the Fogg's Sunday concert series.
    • The article mentions that the trio has performed "Intimate Baroque" in various national styles and venues, including radio broadcasts and international tours.
  4. Photographs:

    • There are several photographs included with the article. One shows the trio of performers standing together, another focuses on the instruments, and one from a previous article (dated July 1986) features Arthur Brae and Surannah Dovering, holding momentos from the Fogg Art Museum.

The newspaper page also includes a few small pieces of text from another section, possibly from a different article, which is less relevant to the main topic of the featured piece.

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The image shows a newspaper page with an article titled "Medford musician in Baroque concert." The article, dated February 13, 1981, discusses a concert featuring George Handel's works, presented by the New England Baroque Ensemble at the Fogg Art Museum. The ensemble includes a vocal trio composed of Ellen Moreman, a Medford resident, Susan Freedman, and Sheila Beardslee, along with Paul Beardslee on the recorder. The article mentions the details of the concert, including the location, the time (4 p.m.), and the address (32 Quincy St., Cambridge). It also provides background information on the performers and their credentials. There is a black-and-white photograph of the three women in the ensemble, with one playing a lute or similar instrument. Additionally, the page contains another article about Arthur Brait and Surannah Doeringer holding up a check, with a photograph illustrating this event.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Globe, dated February 18, 1981. The headline reads "Medford musician in Baroque concert."

The article discusses a performance by the New England Baroque Ensemble, which will present a concert of chamber works by G.F. Handel at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The concert is part of a Sunday series held in the museum's gallery, featuring the principal fine arts collection.

The ensemble includes:

  • Elaine Comparone on harpsichord.
  • Ellen Shaffer and Jane Hershey on viola da gamba.
  • Douglas Freundlich on archlute and guitar.
  • Susan Larson on soprano.

The featured musician, Sheila Beardslee, a Medford resident, is a soprano and recorder player. She has an extensive background, holding degrees in voice and music history from institutions such as the Eastman School of Music and the University of Vienna. She teaches voice at her studio in Winchester and is a member of the Longy School of Music faculty in Cambridge. Additionally, she directs the early music program at Tufts University and teaches recorder.

The article mentions that Beardslee has been influenced by Italian opera and Handel, and she has performed various Baroque and Renaissance music.

The concert, titled "Intimate Baroque," was scheduled to take place on Sunday at 4 p.m. in the Naumburg Room of the main gallery at the Fogg Art Museum.

There is also a photograph accompanying the article, showing three members of the ensemble dressed in period costumes, including Sheila Beardslee holding a recorder.

The bottom part of the clipping shows an unrelated article about antique instruments donated to the Fogg Art Museum by Arthur Braale and Suzanne Depardeau.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from February 13, 1981, featuring an article titled "Medford musician in Baroque concert." The article discusses a performance by the New England Baroque Ensemble, specifically their vocal trio, "Intimate Baroque," which includes a Medford resident.

Key points from the article include:

  1. Concert Details:

    • The concert is scheduled to take place on Sunday at 4 p.m. in the Naumburg Room of the main gallery at the Fogg Art Museum, 32 Quincy Street, Cambridge.
    • The trio will be performing works by G.F. Handel as part of the Fogg's Sunday concert series.
  2. Musicians:

    • The trio is composed of Elizabeth Freedman, Douglas Freundlich, and Sheila Beardslee.
    • Elizabeth Freedman is a member of the faculty at the Longy School of Music in Cambridge and a recorder teacher at Tufts University.
    • Douglas Freundlich is also a member of the faculty at the Longy School of Music.
    • Sheila Beardslee is a recorder teacher at Tufts University.
  3. Background on Handel:

    • The article provides a brief biography of Handel, mentioning that he was born in Germany in the same year as Johann Sebastian Bach.
    • Handel's musical career included significant influence from Italian opera and a move to England, where he became a prominent figure in the musical scene.
  4. Musical Composition:

    • The trio will perform "Intimate Baroque," which includes German sacred songs, French airs, and Italian cantatas and excerpts from English opera.
  5. Additional Information:

    • There is an inset photo showing the trio members.
    • Another smaller inset photo depicts Arthur Braile and Surannah Doveringer holding up momento cards given to them by their colleagues at the Fogg Art Museum, part of a larger-than-life ID card display.

The article highlights the rich musical heritage and the talented individuals involved in the performance, emphasizing the historical and cultural significance of the concert.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from February 18, 1981, featuring an article titled "Medford musician in Baroque concert." The article discusses a concert by the New England Baroque Ensemble, which includes a vocal trio performing a piece called "Intimate Baroque."

Key points from the article include:

  • The concert will be held at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts, as part of the museum's Sunday concert series.
  • The vocal trio consists of three women, one of whom is identified as Sheila Beardslee, who is also a recorder teacher at Tufts University.
  • The vocal trio includes members from the faculty of the Longy School of Music in Cambridge: Douglas Friend, Adèle Addison, and another member, whose name is not fully visible.
  • The concert features music by George Frideric Handel, composed in the Baroque period.
  • The trio's performance includes a mix of sacred songs and arias from Handel's operas.
  • Sheila Beardslee, who directs the early music program at Tufts University, is also a recorder player.
  • The concert is described as a blend of German, French, and Italian styles.
  • The article mentions that the trio has performed at various locations, including WGBH-FM in Boston.

There are also two smaller images within the clipping:

  1. An older photograph from July 1986 showing Arthur Braile and Surannah Doveringer holding up memorabilia, possibly related to an event at the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. A photograph of the trio performing, holding a recorder, with a caption that mentions the event and the performers.

The clipping is from the Medford Press, dated February 18, 1981.

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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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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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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.