A Pilgrim's Solace: Lute Songs of the Renaissance and Baroque periods Music by Dowland, Marenzio, and Molinaro

Tiny Glass Tavern presents:

A Pilgrim's Solace

An early winter journey like no other, discovering the many masks - but the same beating heart - of the world's most cherished holiday.

Friday, January 22nd 2027 at 7pm

at the Ashfield Community Hall, 521 Main St, Ashfield, MA

A Pilgrim’s Solace presents songs by John Dowland and lute solos by his Italian contemporaries. The program evokes Dowland’s travels in Italy, and his conflicted identity as a Catholic Englishman at a time of political and religious upheaval. Dowland’s songs express the sorrowful longing so characteristic of his work, and perhaps reflective of his spiritual difficulties. The lute solos include works by the Italian lutenist Simone Molinaro, who Dowland likely met in his travels, and intabulated madrigals of Marenzio, who Dowland idolized but was never able to meet. Our program offers a window into the cross-currents at this critical moment in history, as the Renaissance turns to the Baroque. ​

Sophie Michaux, mezzo-soprano

Dani Zanuttini-Frank, lute

Adam Jacob Simon, baritone, bass

Stretch Ticket: for those who wish to support the full cost of this program: $50

General admission: $25

Student/Restricted income: $15

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