Word: brazzo
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...Directed by Daniel Stillman, this group provided excellent accompaniment for the choir and soloists. They had a warm, clear, and muted sound typical of Renaissance instruments that showcased their musicality but never overshadowed the singers. It was especially interesting to note how the two players of the violini da brazzo (precursors to the modern violin) held their instruments in the crook of the arm, rather than under the chin. These two violini had a notable interplay of melody in verse seven of the Magnificat. Also, the instrumental sonata (Sancta Maria, XI) provided the audience with the pleasure of hearing...
...incident in question took place last December 11 at the Cunningham's home on 151 Putnam Avenue. Cunningham had been ordered evicted from his apartment for non-payment of rent. He had been sending his landlord, Herbert Brazzo, checks for only part of the rent Brazzo demanded, claiming that he was overcharged. The CTOC, of which Cunningham is member, had organized the demonstration...
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