Performance Calendar
ITALIA MIA: Music of Renaissance Italy
Parthenia Viol Consort
Sherezade Panthaki, soprano
Christopher Morrongiello, lutes
The viola da gamba arrived in Italy in the late 15th century, and Venice was where it had its greatest flourishing. In this prosperous international setting ruled by cultivated patrons of the arts, an extraordinary synergy arose among composers, musicians, instrument builders, and publishers that led to some of the most beautiful music of the Renaissance. Parthenia Viol Consort with soprano Sherezade Panthaki and lutenist Christopher Morrongiello presents a program of canzonas, dances, madrigals, and motets by composers of the 16th including Verdelot, Arcadelt, Guami and Tromboncino. In this program, the artists use viols and lutes styled on those from the 16th century.
This event is free and open to the public, but please note that registration is required.
Free
The Voice of the Viol
The sound of the viol was treasured throughout Europe for its ability to emulate the human voice and to move the emotions of those who heard it. Our concert shares how England’s courts and chapels were graced by this beautiful instrument, across three centuries. Guests artists: Arnie Tanimoto and Caroline Nicolas
The Actor’s Chapel at St. Malachy’s Church
239 West 49th Street, NYC
Pay What You Will
This concert is part of our 2025-2026 NYC Concert Series