Holiday Harpsichord Concert

Holiday Harpsichord Concert in Stonington

Saturday, December 16, 2016 – 6 p.m.

Nathaniel B. Palmer House located at 40 Palmer Street, Stonington, CT 06378

Join pianist and harpsichordist Elena Zamolodchikova for an evening of beautiful music in the historic Captain Palmer House. This acclaimed musician will delight you with sweet and joyous harpsichord music including pieces by J.S. Bach, Händel, Soler, Scarlatti, and more. The hour-long program will conclude with a reception of mulled wine and canapés. Tickets are $20 for the general public, $18 for members of the Stonington Historical Society, and are required for admission. Tickets may be purchased at the door or online through history1895stg.wpenginepowered.com. The concert will be take place at the historic Nathaniel B. Palmer House located at 40 Palmer Street, Stonington, CT 06378.

Harpsichord manufacturing is one of Stonington’s hidden treasures! For more than forty years, Stonington has been a center of harpsichord production, and home to Zuckermann Harpsichords International, the largest harpsichord workshop in the United States producing historically informed instruments. This keyboard instrument originated in the 15th century and after losing popularity in the 19th century has experienced a revival among early music enthusiasts in recent years.  Elena Zamolodchikova works at Zuckermann Harpsichords International and will perform on a harpsichord donated by the company.

Ms. Zamolodchikova specialized in historical keyboard performance at the Julliard School before joining Zuckermann as harpsichordist in residence.

For more information, please contact the Stonington Historical Society at (860) 535-8445 x11.