Friday Evening Fellowship: Early American Music

Friday Evening Fellowship: Early American Music

April 14th at 7:00 PM

You're  invited to the home of Ellie Santos for snacks, beverages, and a program about Early American Music, presented by Guy McLean, curator of the Westfield Athenaeum.

Program Description: Since the United States is a relatively new country,  and a nation of immigrants, we haven't been able to develop a truly  indigenous American folk music that our composers could draw upon. Our  classical music - created by composers such as Charles Ives, Aaron  Copland, and Leonard Bernstein - combines elements of vernacular song  and Jazz with European styles. But this combination of elements have  always had a somewhat unwieldy feel for American audiences. This issue  has both plagued and challenged musicians for more than a century. Come  join us for a discussion of how American composers over the last century  have attempted to address the special issues related to this country's  art music.

Call or email the church office for the address: 413-567-6287 or office@firstchurchlongmeadow.org