In the lead-up to Christmas the widely-ranging British soprano presents a seasonal programme in collaboration with a rising star amongst period ensembles.

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Lucy Crowe soprano; La Nuova Musica; David Bates director

Wigmore Hall

Experience the enchanting debut of ACRONYM in Baltimore, presented by the Shriver Hall Concert Series. This remarkable event, part of the Paul & Barbara Krieger Early Music Concert, is set to take place on Sunday, December 08, 2024, at 5:30 pm, promising an unforgettable evening of early music mastery.

ACRONYM, an acclaimed young early-music string ensemble, will grace the stage of Shriver Hall, bringing to life the vibrant and complex sounds of the stylus phantasticus genre. This genre, flourishing a century before the likes of Mozart and Beethoven, combines the dramatic flair of Italian music with the intricate formal complexity of Northern European traditions. The ensemble's 11 members, playing on a variety of instruments including strings, violas da gamba, theorbo, and keyboards, are set to deliver a performance that The New Yorker praises for its gutsy, fresh explorations of early music.

The concert will feature a rich program including works by Giovanni Valentini, Antonio Bertali, Georg Piscator, Adam Drese, Johann Heinrich Schmelzer, Marc'Antonio Ziani, Heinrich Ignaz Franz Biber, and Alessandro Poglietti, showcasing the ensemble's dedication to reviving nearly-lost treasures of the seventeenth century. This performance not only highlights ACRONYM's consummate style and grace but also their unity of spirit, as noted by The New York Times.

Before the concert, attendees are invited to a Pre-Concert Talk at 4:30 pm, offering insights into the evening's program and the opportunity to deepen their appreciation of the music. The concert itself will last approximately 2 hours, including an intermission, ensuring a comprehensive immersion into the world of early music.

This event is made possible through the generous support of Paul and Barbara Krieger, passionate advocates and players of early music, whose dedication to the arts has enriched the cultural landscape. Their endowment of this concert series underscores their commitment to fostering musical excellence and education.

Join us at Shriver Hall for an evening that promises to be a feast of musical delights, as ACRONYM makes its Baltimore debut. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the thrilling, red-blooded immediacy of early music, performed with a spirit of spontaneous adventure. Purchase your tickets now and be part of a memorable journey through the rich tapestry of early music history.

ACRONYM, Baroque ensemble (Baltimore Debut)

Johns Hopkins University

Expect creative sparks to fly as period instruments are joined with percussion for virtuosic arrangements of music spanning nearly 600 years – by JS Bach, Geminiani, Xenakis, Weiss and others – all presented with the trademark energy and effervescence for which both artists are renowned.

Christoph Sietzen & AAM

Museum Ludwig

"A kind of speech in music" Lars Ulrik Mortensen calls the stylus phantasticus and emphasizes that this music must be played "so that it can surprise or shock and take the audience on a journey," and that its performance must and must "go all the way to - and momentarily over – the edge.” The evening's program provides such lavish examples of the free fabulist of the time that it gives the term "baroque music" completely new dimensions.

Haddington

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Haddington

Join us for an enchanting evening with Acronym, the renowned ensemble known for their vivid interpretations of early music, as they return to the Naumburg Orchestral Concerts series. This special performance, titled "Vienna: City of Music, City of Dreams," will take place on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, from 7:30 PM to 9:15 PM at the iconic Naumburg Bandshell in Central Park, New York.

Dive into the heart of Vienna's rich musical heritage with a program that spans the Baroque era, featuring compositions by Giovanni Valentini, Antonio Bertali, Georg Piscator, Adam Drese, Johann Heinrich Schmelzer, Pietro Andrea Ziani, Heinrich Ignaz Franz Biber, and Alessandro Poglietti. The evening promises a journey through time with pieces ranging from sonatas to ballettae, including a modern premiere and the dramatic "The Battle of Vienna" arranged by A.A. Schmelzer.

This performance marks Acronym's return to our series following their debut in June 2023, a concert that was met with critical acclaim. The ensemble's appearance is generously supported by The MacDonald-Peterson Foundation, ensuring an unforgettable night of music under the stars.

For more information on Acronym and to explore program notes, visit our website. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of Vienna's musical legacy, brought to life by the talented musicians of Acronym.

Acronym

Central Park

“En slags tale i musik” kalder Lars Ulrik Mortensen stylus phantasticus og understreger, at denne musik må spilles “så den kan overraske eller chokere og tage publikum med på en rejse,” og at dens udførelse må og skal “gå helt ud til – og momentvis over – kanten.” Aftenens program giver så overdådige eksempler på datidens frie fabuleren, at det giver begrebet “barokmusik” helt nye dimensioner.

Stylus Phantasticus

Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

Academy of Ancient Music joins The Wave Quartet in an ingenious, audacious musical voyage across five centuries.
Centuries pass, but artistry is forever, and whether it’s 1726 or 2026, there’s nothing to match the voltage generated by a virtuoso performer at the absolute peak of their game. In this extraordinary, genre-crossing collaboration AAM meets marimba phenomenon Christoph Sietzen and his Wave Quartet. Sparks will fly.

Rhythm Across Time

Milton Court Concert Hall

Centuries pass, but artistry is forever, and whether it’s 1726 or 2026, there’s nothing to match the voltage generated by a virtuoso performer at the absolute peak of their game. In this extraordinary, genre-crossing collaboration the Academy of Ancient Music meets marimba phenomenon Christoph Sietzen and his Wave Quartet. Sparks will fly.

Antonio Bertali

Events

Upcoming events

May 14, 2026

Rhythm Across Time · Academy of Ancient Music

May 14, 2026

Rhythm Across Time · Barbican Centre

Past events

Dec 12, 2024

Lucy Crowe soprano; La Nuova Musica; David Bates director · Wigmore Hall

Dec 8, 2024

ACRONYM, Baroque ensemble (Baltimore Debut) · Shriver Hall Concert Series

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