Barbara Allen Hill, soprano
Daniel Meyers, recorders
Hideki Yamaya, Renaissance lute and theorbo
The program will highlight court songs of 17th-century France. These songs were primarily meant for private consumption by the nobility, and shows a tender, intimate side of early- to mid-Baroque music. They express sentiments of loss, longing, and heartbreak—very relatable subjects even to us, who are separated from the original intended audience through time and social status. Composers represented include Étienne Moulinié, Sébastien Le Camus, and Michel Lambert.
The performance will be interspersed with informative and entertaining explanations of the music, composers, and instruments. There will also be a Q&A session at the end.
Admission: Pay-what-you-can at the door
Advance premium tickets: $20 general/$10 student and youth