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Around François Couperin.

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Appel webAndrew Appel ~ harpsichord

In the process of recording the Four Books of harpsichord works of François Couperin, Andrew Appel is developing programs that showcase this central repertory for the harpsichord and place them in context with composers who influenced or composers who were influenced by this greatest of harpsichord composers. The program will include an ordre from Book 2 of the works as well as a suite of pieces by Gaspard Le Roux and some additional works by Rameau and Duphly.

Director of the Four Nations Ensemble, harpsichordist Andrew Appel has performed as a soloist throughout the United States and in Europe. He has recorded for Bridge, Gaudeamus, Orchid and Smithsonian recordings. His solo performances can be heard on the Four Nations channel on YouTube.

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1:15–2:00 pm
All concerts are free; no tickets or reservations are necessary.

In person at St. Malachy's Church, 239 West 49th Street, Manhattan

Live stream details: You can watch it on your computer in any of two places by clicking on the name you wish: our website or YouTube.

Midtown Concerts sponsors lunchtime performances of music of the 18th century and earlier. Ensembles are chosen by a panel of early music specialists from the metropolitan area.

Time: Thursdays, 1:15–2:00 pm
All concerts are free; no tickets or reservations are necessary.

Concerts are in person at St. Malachy's Church, 239 West 49th Street, Manhattan, AND live streamed.