Category Archives: Harpsichord

Harpsichord Check-in

Posted on March 23, 2018 by Jon

It’s been a busy time, musically speaking.  The concert given by the Tower Trio last Sunday, in Goshen, NY, was a big success.  The audience responded generously with a free-will offering that will cover some necessary organ work.  Wonderful! The … Continue reading →

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Concert on Sunday

Posted on March 14, 2018 by Jon

This Sunday, the Tower Trio will perform at the First Presbyterian Church in Goshen, New York. Program is at 3 PM and is free, though offerings are gladly received. A simple reception follows. The Tower Trio consists of the founders … Continue reading →

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Harpsichord Diary

Posted on February 15, 2018 by Jon

I’ve taken down all the previous posts under the “harpsichord” rubric. I’m sorry to have done so, but it’s for the best.  The intention was good but in the real world it was not realistic. After all:  to show vulnerability … Continue reading →

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Dretzel Update

Posted on January 4, 2018 by Jon

The Divertimento Armonico of Cornelius Heinrich Dretzel settles into an Italian harpsichord perfectly.  The italophilia of Nuremberg is borne out in this piece, and the bright, clear, affirmative tone of my new harpsichord is serving it well. At the same … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas!

Posted on December 25, 2017 by Jon

It’s Christmas Day.  I came home after a very successful Christmas Eve service at the Presbyterian church, and an intimate and joyful Midnight Mass in the village.  Attendance was down at the latter because of storm warnings, but there was … Continue reading →

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