THE ART OF COUNTERPOINT: BACH AND ZELENKA
at Lambert Hall on Saturday, November 6, 2021 at 7:30pm
An engaging musical adventure, with the celebrated ensemble Kleine Kammermusik.
Kleine Kammermusik, known for their focus on Baroque woodwind and continuo chamber music, brings an innovative program demonstrating the richness of contrapuntal invention from two great High Baroque masters. Working in close proximity to each other--Leipzig and Dresden, the capital of Saxony just 100km distance—it is no surprise that Bach and Zelenka knew and admired each other. From their distinctive personalities, they each developed equally intricate and dazzlingly virtuosic styles of counterpoint.
Kleine Kammermusik’s members are all leading exponents and hold prominent posts in early music groups across the country. Not only are they fine virtuoso players in their own right, but together they have developed an intuitive feeling for the musical style, and their rapport produces performances full of elegant control and superb artistry.
Join Houston Early Music for this new and imaginative concert with a distinctively historic flavor.
ABOUT
Geoffrey Burgess & Meg Owens | oboes and recorders
Stephanie Corwin | bassoon
Rebecca Humphrey | cello and viola da gamba
Leon Schelhase | harpsichord
Images by Michele Corbman Photography
KLEINE KAMMERMUSIK is dedicated to reviving the wealth of Baroque chamber music for winds and continuo. With paired oboes and recorders, and a supportive continuo group of bassoon, cello, viola da gamba, and keyboard, the group comprises a versatile blend of instruments suited to music from a wide range of contexts, from vivid outdoor celebrations and military fanfares to intimate chamber gatherings. Through innovative programming and imaginative use of space they create fresh and entertaining events with a distinctively historic flavor.
Kleine Kammermusik takes its name from a chamber ensemble at the Dresden court in the early 18th century. It is also the name of a collection of pieces by Telemann that he dedicated to four oboists. Intimate in nature and flexible in instrumentation, these pieces embody our approach to sharing music in creative ways that are both colorful and conversational.
Kleine Kammermusik has performed and given workshops in Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, Providence, Connecticut, and Washington, DC. Their 2018-19 season included performances on concert series presented by the PhilaLandmarks, Capitol Early Music, and Ravensong, including a collaboration with Il Giardino d’Amore and baroque dancer Hubert Hazebroucq.
Kleine Kammermusik’s debut recording, Fanfare and Filigree: Chamber Music from Paris and Dresden, was recently released on the Acis label and has received praise from Early Music America Magazine, Colorado Public Radio, and BBC Radio.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
VENUE
LAMBERT HALL
1703 Heights Blvd
Houston, TX 77008
PARKING INFO
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