Featuring Henri Gauci, baroque flute, and Lynette Wahlstrom, harpsichord.

”Come hear music that people were partying to back in the 18th century, including works by Jacques Hotteterre, Michael de la Barre, and Louis de Caix d’Hervelois being performed on early 18th century French instruments tuned to baroque low French pitch and temperament.

When people think of baroque dance they often envision complex choreography, graceful motions, frilly dresses and enormous wigs. This of course is true to a certain extent, but “La Belle Dance” as it was called in 18th century France developed into an art form that guided much of the social and political life of Europe. Throughout human history dances may have differed from tribe to tribe, era to era or nation to nation, but the phenomenon of movement to music is as intuitive and universal to human beings as is our use of language. Although possible parallels between the elements of baroque and contemporary dance may or may not exist, there is little doubt the desire to “bust a move” upon hearing the latest dance music applied equally to the aristocrats of the 18th century as it does to party goers today. This program will explore the relationship of music and movement in the context of 18th century baroque dance.”

Admission: $20 ($10 Students & Seniors)

Tickets available at the door.