Word: pierian
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Dates: during 1950-1959
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...member of Pierian Sodality, I would like to correct the erroneous impression given by an article in the CRIMSON of February 12 in regard to the concerto auditions sponsored by the Sodality. Russel Stanger, conductor of the Orchestra, representing the judges, stated that no honorable mentions could be decided upon. The three people so mentioned by the CRIMSON were recommended by the judges as possible soloists for a forthcoming out-of-town concert. Mr. Stanger stated that these recommendations were based on considerations of programming. Charles Epstein...
There's generally a special air of excitement about musical contest. The Pierian's annual concerto auditions, held last Wednesday was true to form. The haphazard conglomeration of all kinds of instruments and music gave it the air of a variety show. A member of the audience can play the sometimes frustrating game of keeping his own scoreboard. When it's all over, he can praise or condemn the judges' decision...
...Pierian Sodality of 1808 awarded Judith Yaeger '53 first Prize in its Concerto contest last night in Paine Hall...
...Pierian Sodality of 1808, Harvard's oldest music organization and foster parent of the Harvard Radcliffe Orchestra, yesterday chose its slate of officers for the new year. The following students were elected to executive positions...
Gilda Hoffman, Radcliffe '54, was soloist in the Mozart D minor Piano Concerto. Miss Hoffman, who won the position in a contest sponsored by the Pierian Sodality last fall, demonstrated a masterful, florid technique in what seemed to be an effortless performance. Her approach to the concerto was decidedly feminine. Emphasizing the somber, lyrical aspects of the work, her interpretation was a poctic and deeply personal one. Stanger's conducting of this piece showed great improvement over his previous efforts with Mozart. Combining delicacy with dynamism, he gave Miss Hoffman the line orchestral support she deserved...