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| The presentations of the Coe College Baroque
Chamber Ensemble (voice, harpsichord, and cello) have
enabled thousands of listeners to enjoy sacred music of the
Baroque Period. The music ranges from the dawn of the Baroque
age in the lute songs of Dowland and Campion to the era's
culmination in the works of J. S. Bach.
The ensemble's repertoire highlights the features of Baroque
music: brilliant, virtuosic, dramatic, introspective. Programs
would typically include compositions by the following composers:
- Motets by Monteverdi and Vivaldi
- Songs by Campion, Dowland and Purcell
- Cantata movements by Scarlatti, Schutz, Handel, and J.
S. Bach
The versatility of the ensemble enables it to participate
in worship services, present formal concerts, or follow the
more informal format of a lecture/recital. |
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| While the ensemble's performance needs are minimal,
the members appreciate financial reimbursement for performances
if host organizations can assist with expenses. |
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| Performing together since 1978, the Baroque Ensemble
has appeared on many local arts series in Iowa communities under
the auspices of the Iowa Arts Council. They have also performed
in Illinois, Minnesota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Indiana,
Michigan and South Dakota. |
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Coe College Harpsichord
The instrument was made by Margaret Hood of Platteville, Wisconsin.
It is in the Flemish style and has two 8' registers. The soundboard
is decorated with flowers native to Iowa and Wisconsin. The
lid mural is a typical Flemish landscape; in the distance is
a view, taken from contemporary paintings and drawings, of the
city of Amersfoort as it appeared in the 17th century. |
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| For more information about
the Coe College Baroque Chamber Ensemble please contact: |
| Margie V. Marrs
Music Department
Coe College
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402
Office Phone: (319) 399-8604
Email Address: mmarrs@coe.edu
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