Tag: Program Notes

  • A Look at Choral Glory From the Notes

    Next Friday will feature Cappella Romana with the Portland Baroque Orchestra in “Choral Glory.” Take a look through Terry Ross’ concert notes as a preview of what’s coming in this concert! This concert features the three Baroque composers most popular with audiences today — Bach, Handel, and Vivaldi — and further offers choral works by…

  • From Constantinople to California – Program Notes Part Two

    From Constantinople to California – Program Notes Part Two

    The Eastern Roman Empire—commonly called “Byzantium” after the ancient name of its capital Constantinople — not only survived the downfall of Rome by a millennium, but also created a musical tradition that remains both alive and influential today. In From Constantinople to California Cappella Romana will follow this tradition from its medieval origins to contemporary Los…

  • Concert Program Notes for “From Constantinople to California” Concert Series – Part One

    Concert Program Notes for “From Constantinople to California” Concert Series – Part One

    The Eastern Roman Empire—commonly called “Byzantium” after the ancient name of its capital Constantinople — not only survived the downfall of Rome by a millennium, but also created a musical tradition that remains both alive and influential today. In From Constantinople to California Cappella Romana will follow this tradition from its medieval origins to contemporary Los…