Archive for November 2009
November 2, 2009
Handel at Cannons
What do the oratorio Esther, the opera Acis and Galatea, and the Chandos Anthems have in common? They were all composed for a single patron. This week, Harmonia explores Handel’s works written during his tenure as composer-in-residence at Cannons, the stately home of the Duke of Chandos. Plus, a new release by the American ensemble Les Delices.
November 9, 2009
Great Musicians: Kate Clark
Our great musicians series continues with Australian flutist Kate Clark. Find out about how she started playing the baroque and Renaissance flutes, as well as hear her perform music of the French baroque, C.P.E. Bach, and various works with her Renaissance flute ensemble, The Attaignant Consort.
November 3, 2009
Medieval Music with Joglaresa, The Rose Ensemble, and Millenarium
Three new recordings of music from the Middle Ages, including songs of the trouvères, music for Saint Francis of Assisi, and medieval dances.
November 9, 2009
The English Renaissance with the Toronto Consort and Les Witches
Songs and instrumental pieces from Elizabethan England.
November 17, 2009
Pamela Thorby, Recorder Virtuosa
Pamela Thorby performs music of the Renaissance, baroque, and new works for the recorder.






