Baroquelyn Concert at Old First — Sunday, May 6 at 2:30

Countertenor Jeffrey Mandelbaum

Baroquelyn’s first concert, in November, was performed in Old First Reformed Church’s Upper Hall and drew a full and enthusiastic house.  The next, also at Old First, is coming up on Sunday May 6 at 2:30pm.

The upcoming program includes a newly arranged Handel sonata, a Telemann concerto for recorder and viola da gamba, some Handel arias, and to finish with a flourish, Bach’s 5th Brandenburg concerto.

Made up of top-caliber musicians, the baroque-themed ensemble — complete with strings, oboe, trumpet, cello, bassoon, recorder, and even a countertenor — is the brainchild of music director, Aleeza Meir.  It marries historic performance practice with a fresh, modern, and personal take on well-loved old music.

Oboist Nancy Ranger

The success of the first Baroquelyn concert seems to be paving the way for future events.  Aleeza and the group are planning a four-concert season for next year, including a trumpet concerto, a cantata, plenty of Bach, recorders, more Brandenburg concerti, and even a Baroque opera.

RSVP on Facebook for updates.  Advance tickets available here.

There will be a Kickstarter during May to launch the 2018-19 4-concert series.  All who are interested in participating are invited to visit the Kickstarter page here.

Click here to discover more about Baroquelyn.

Martin Bernstein on recorder with Sarah Franklin on violin

Martin Bernstein, Recorder

Baroqulyn founder and director Aleeza Meir