On October 13, 2020, the Handel and Haydn Society will celebrate the music of Antonio Vivaldi with a new, streaming concert, titled “The Magic of Vivaldi.” The program is comprised of three works: Vivaldi’s Cantata “Lungi dal vago volto,” RV 680; his Sonata for violoncello and basso continuo “No. 4 in B-flat Major,” RV 63; and finally his Trio Sonata {…}
The Handel and Haydn Society has announced that its “Society Ball,” originally scheduled for May 2, will be held digitally on September 26. The streamed fundraising event will feature newly-recorded performances from company musicians and students, and a special message from Artistic Director Harry Christophers. Among the featured artists are concertmaster Aisslin Nosky, principal cellist Guy Fishman, and principal flutist {…}
As personal and social hygiene continues to be at the forefront of the battle against the coronavirus, the Handel + Haydn Society has been releasing a series of videos titled “Hande(el) Washing,” providing musical accompaniment at the suggested length one should wash their hands to prevent the possible spread of the virus. The videos feature artists from the H+H Society, {…}
The Handel and Hayden Society has announced that it will be expanding its digital offerings through their new “Summer of Beethoven” festival, as well as two new online radio stations, which will be streaming free content 24/7. “The Summer of Beethoven” festival was launched on July 4, and celebrates the composer’s 250th birthday through live and recorded performances of symphonies, {…}
