Program sponsored by Catherine and Guy Gronquist

Joshua Habermann, conductor, sponsored by Carmen Paradis and Brian McGrath

This program highlights two great dynastic families of Europe whose patronage left an extraordinary imprint on the cultural landscape, and brought to fruition some of the greatest artistic achievements of their time. Sixteen singers accompanied by early strings and organ will perform works by composers such as Antonio Vivaldi, Thomas Tallis, William Byrd, and King Henry VIII himself. Come and experience compelling stories of political intrigue and extraordinary music interwoven in this tour of London, Florence, and beyond.