To all who read this: let it be known that the Brandeis University Early Music Ensemble, enjoined with the University Chamber Choir will be performing a concert of the works of Orlando Gibbons upon the 15th of November, at 8pm, in the Slosberg Music Hall on the Brandeis Campus. This will be a concert of madrigals, fantasias, pavans, and more, and featuring such diverse instruments as the Viol da Gamba, Recorder, Harpsichord, Organ, and even the Great Dooble Basse, in addition to many raised voices.
Yes, for those of you in the SCA, this is the same day as King’s and Queen’s Fencing Championship, but please note that site closes promptly at 6pm, providing ample time for you to retire home, change garments, and consume a light repast before sallying forth to hear a most excellent and professionally executed concert.
For those who have been to one of my concerts before, let me state that this is some of the best (and most difficult) music we’ve performed in a while. For those who have not been, well, why not? It’s a fantastic production of music you are unlikely to be able to get at your corner record store. It’s live, it’s friendly, and it’s cheap. Everything one could want in a weekend activity or date.
