Music for the Royal Courts
with Edward Parmentier, harpsichord
Saturday, November 16 at 3:00 PM
Before Spotify, before iPods, before radio and records, how do you hear tunes around your palace? Oh that’s easy (well, if you’re a monarch at least). Simply hire the finest song smiths as your court performers. Join harpsichordist Edward Parmentier in a regal feast of music by François Couperin, William Byrd, and other keyboardist composers on royal retainer. Known for his dazzling technique and charismatic interpretations, Parmentier’s playing brings the harpsichord to life in vibrant new ways. Don’t miss this chance to experience a rare solo performance by this iconic harpsichordist.
PROGRAM
COUPERIN • Selections from Book One for Harpsichord
FROBERGER • Toccata No. 2 in D Minor
BYRD • Pavan and Galliard Passamezzo
D'ANGLEBERT • Selections from Suite No. 3 in D Minor