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December 24, 1774: Deborah Franklin, the wife of Benjamin Franklin, dies at the age of 66 after suffering a stroke. Benjamin Franklin was still overseas in Europe, and the couple had not seen each other in ten years.
(Image: Deborah Read Rogers Franklin, by Benjamin Wilson, 1758, courtesy of the American Philosophical Society)
Last week, 13 of our volunteers attended a private tour at the American Philosophical Society Museum. We had a wonderful time learning about the "Becoming Weatherwise" exhibit. We are so glad that so many volunteers could make it to this end-of-year appreciation event. 🌟
It's been an exciting year for our volunteer program. Throughout the entire program, we've saved over 2,000 toads, warmly greeted many visitors, folded hundreds of maps, planted and maintained many native plants in our Courtyard garden and front garden, incorporated new trees, spent countless hours tending the property, saved hundreds of patients at our Wildlife Clinic, and so much more. Without our volunteers, it would not have been possible. We ❤️ our volunteers!
We've digitized nine of Walter Dyk's (BA 1928) original (1931) notebooks of texts in Washo, an isolate language of the California-Nevada border region near Lake Tahoe. The notebooks are numbered I-X (linked below, catalog items 2014-21.003.016 through 2014-21.003.024), and were originally given to William Jacobsen (PhD 1964), in whose collection they appear; notebook VIII is missing, seemingly never given to Jacobsen (page 33 of III is pictured here).
Dyk was born in Halberstadt, Germany in 1899, and after Berkeley received an MA from the University of Chicago under Edward Sapir in 1931, and a PhD from Yale University under Sapir in 1933, working with the Wishram language of Oregon (see here for more details:
https://anthrosource.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1525/aa.1974.76.1.02a00220). Stay tuned for the future digitization of a second series of 13 Washo notebooks from 1932! Other of Dyk's papers are held by the American Philosophical Society:
https://search.amphilsoc.org/collections/view?docId=ead/Mss.497.3.H998m-ead.xml.
• Book I,
http://dx.doi.org/doi:10.7297/X2ZS2VGJ
• Book II,
http://dx.doi.org/doi:10.7297/X2V123SZ
• Book III,
http://dx.doi.org/doi:10.7297/X2Q81C2N
• Book IV,
http://dx.doi.org/doi:10.7297/X2KH0M9G
• Book V,
http://dx.doi.org/doi:10.7297/X2FQ9VK6
• Book VI,
http://dx.doi.org/doi:10.7297/X29Z93W9
• Book VII,
http://dx.doi.org/doi:10.7297/X26972J5
• Book IX,
http://dx.doi.org/doi:10.7297/X22J69VW
• Book X,
http://dx.doi.org/doi:10.7297/X2XS5TCM
Pianist Dynasty Battles, recipient of the Musical Fund Society of Philadelphia's 2021 Career Advancement Award, makes his PCMS debut on December 16th at the American Philosophical Society, and online via the . The program culminates in George Walker’s Piano Sonata No. 1, the composer's first major work for the instrument. Join us in person or online:
https://buff.ly/3irRJGU
When is the Celebration of Benjamin Franklin’s January 17th birthday?
Greetings for all members APS
A post by Berkeley PhD student Edwin Ko, also a former graduate student researcher in this archive, is featured on the American Philosophical Society Library blog this week!
Recently, our archaeologist Chuck Fithian presented at The John Dickinson Symposium: New Perspectives on the American Founding. The symposium consisted of twelve invited papers that discussed new research on the ideology, political philosophy, and contributions of John Dickinson during the American Revolution and early Republic. It was hosted by the American Philosophical Society, the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, and The Library Company of Philadelphia on October 20-21, in Philadelphia. His presentation was on Dickinson's military role, specifically when he was President of the Delaware State, 1781-1782.
We're excited to begin our livestreamed performance shortly, at 7:30 PM, on our YouTube channel. Join us to hear Lucy Fitz Gibbon, soprano; Marlène Ngalissamy, bassoon; Ryan McCullough, piano LIVE from Benjamin Franklin Hall at the American Philosophical Society!
https://youtu.be/w1KOX6Ae1pc
November is a musical month indeed! It's always a pleasure to share some of the outstanding performances on Steinway pianos shown here on STEINWAY ON STAGE.
Parx Casino Casino presents Paul Anka – “Greatest Hits: His Way!”
Saturday, November 5, 2022, 8:00PM // Parx Casino, Bensalem, PA
Princeton University Theatre Intime special performance – Barry Miles Trio in Concert
Saturday, November 5, 2022, 9:00 PM // Hamilton Murray Theater, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ
The Philadelphia Orchestra with Tugan Sokhiev, Conductor and Lukas Geniušas Piano
Saturday, Nov 5, 2022, 8:00 PM and Sunday, Nov 6, 2022, 2:00 PM // Verizon Hall,
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia Chamber Music Society presents Lucy Fitz Gibbon, soprano; Marlène Ngalissamy, bassoon; Ryan McCullough, piano
Tuesday, November 8, 2022, 7:30 PM //
American Philosophical Society, Philadelpia, PA
The Philadelphia Orchestra Digital Stage presents “Chopin and Shostakovich”- Kensho Watanabe, Conductor; Charlotte Blake Alston, Speaker; Steinway Artist Sergio Tiempo, Piano
Wednesday–Wednesday, Nov 9, 2022, 8:00 PM – Nov 16, 2022, 11:00 // Digital Stage
Delaware Symphony Orchestra, David Amado, Music Director; Michelle Cann, piano
Friday, November 11, 2022, 7:30PM // The Grand Opera House, Wilmington DE
Coastal Concerts presents the Smetana Trio - Jitka Cechová, piano; Jan Talich, violin; and Jan Pálenícek, cello
Saturday, November 12, 2022, 7:30PM // Bethel United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, Lewes, DE
Princeton University Concerts presents the Richardson Chamber Players –Bohemian Café - Steinway Artist Alan Feinberg, Piano; Sarah Shin Flute; Liam Boisset Oboe; Jo-Ann Sternberg, Clarinet; Christopher Komer, Horn; Robert Wagner, Bassoon; Eric Wyrick, Violin; Jessica Thompson, Viola; Tomoko Fujita, Cello; Jack Hill Bass
Sunday, November 13, 2022, 3:00 PM // Princeton University, Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, Princeton, NJ
Performing Arts at Rowan University Faculty Spotlight: Stanley DeLage, piano
Monday, November 14, 2022, 7:30 PM // Boyd Recital Hall, Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ
Princeton Pianists Ensemble presents “Reverie”
Friday, November 18, 2022, 8:00 PM // Princeton University, Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, Princeton, NJ
The Kimmel Cultural Campus Presents Steinway Artist Harry Connick, Jr. – A Holiday Celebration
Saturday, November 19, 2022, 8:00 PM // The Academy of Music, Philadelphia, PA
Harrison Township Historical Society presents Timothy Schwartz in Concert - Rowan University's Head of Strings Timothy Schwarz presents a fascinating recital program that combines old European masters with new and vibrant works by living American composers.
Sunday, November 20, 2022, 3:00 PM // Richwood Academy Cultural Center, Mullica Hill, NJ
Princeton University Concerts presents Steinway Artist Víkingur Ólafsson, piano – “Mozart and Contemporaries”
Sunday, November 20, 2022, 3:00 PM // Princeton University, Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, Princeton, NJ
Montgomery County Community College Lively Arts Series presents Samara Joy
Sunday, November 20, 2022, 6:00 PM // Parkhouse Hall, Blue Bell Campus of Montgomery County Community College, Blue Bell, PA
Penn Libraries and University of Pennsylvania Department of Music present “Music in the Stacks” - A collaboration between the Albrecht Music Library and the Department of Music – featuring the Penn Chamber Ensemble
Tuesday, November 22, 2022, 7:00 PM // University of Pennsylvania,
Van Pelt Dietrich Library Center Lobby, Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia Chamber Music Society presents Steinway Artists Christina &Michelle Naughton, piano
Tuesday, November 22 2022, 7:30 PM // Perelman Theater,
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia, PA
Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel -Steinway Artist Jeffrey Siegel presents– “The Power and Passion of Beethoven”
Monday, November 28, 2022, 7:30 PM // Perelman Theater,
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia Chamber Music Society presents Davóne Tines, bass-baritone; Adam Nielsen, piano
Wednesday, November 30, 2022, 7:30 PM // Perelman Theater,
Kimmel Center, Philadelphia, PA
Without them, a Steinway piano is silent. But together, the artist and piano create music - and over nineteen out of twenty professional pianists performing with orchestra choose to perform on Steinway pianos.
As Steinway & Sons' only dealer representative for Southeastern and South Central Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware for sales, technical service and concert and artist service, it is Jacobs Music's honor to provide instruments and technical services for the most renowned international and local pianists performing in our area.
For updates and a full event listing with links to the presenters and ticketing site visit:
http://www.jacobsmusic.com/news/steinway-on-stage
Happy Halloween, happy fall!
I'm happy to be following the APS, especially their CNAIR (Center for a Native American and Indigenous Research).
More to look forward to in the coming days, posted here on STEINWAY ON STAGE!
As Steinway & Sons' only dealer representative for Southeastern and South Central Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware for sales, technical service and concert and artist service, it is Jacobs Music's honor to provide instruments and technical services for the most renowned international and local pianists performing in our area.
Boyer College of Music and Dance - Temple University Guest Artist Recital: Karen Walwyn, piano
Thursday, October 20, 2022, 7:30 pm // Rock Hall, Temple University Philadelphia, PA
Coastal Concerts presents pianist Amy Yang - featuring works by contemporary composers Brett Dean and Ted Babcock, along with Schumann, Chopin Schubert
Saturday, October 22, 2022, 7:30PM // Bethel United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, Lewes, DE
Mario Lanza Institute presents the Mario Lanza Ball
Sunday, October 23, 2022, 6:00 PM // IATSE Ballroom, Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia Chamber Music Societypresents Marina Piccinini, flute; Peter Wiley, cello; Steinway Artist Anna Polonsky, piano
Sunday, October 23, 2022, 3:00 PM //
American Philosophical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Astral Artists Fall Showcase - Featuring the 2022 Astral National
Competition Winners: Sage DeAgro-Ruopp, soprano; Kayla Harriott, soprano; Iwo Jedynecki, classical accordion; Andy Sledge, bassoon, In collaboration with 2019 Astral National Competition Winner: Byeol Kim, piano- Susan Lewis, WRTI Senior Producer of Arts & Culture, host
Wednesday, October 26, 2022, 7:00 PM // Stotesbury Mansion, Philadelphia, PA
Princeton University Concerts presents Jess Gillam, Saxophone; Thomas Weaver, Piano
Wednesday, Oct 26, 2022, 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM // Princeton University, Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, Princeton, NJ
Philadelphia Chamber Music Society presents the Merz Trio: Brigid Coleridge, violin; Julia Yang, cello; Lee Dionne, piano with Lucy Fitz Gibbon, soprano
Wednesday, October 26, 2022, 7:30 PM // American Philosophical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Bryn Mawr College Family & Friends Weekend – Including performances by The Chamber Singers, the Bryn Mawr College a ca****la groups and an assortment of trios and quartets from the BiCollege Orchestra
Friday, October 28, 2022 & Saturday, October 29, 2022 // Old Library Great Hall, Bryn Mawr College, Bryn Mawr, PA
BRE Presents and the Camden County Board of Commissioners present Chris Botti
Saturday, October 29, 2022, 8:00 PM // Scottish Rite Auditorium, Collingswood, NJ
Without them, a Steinway piano is silent. But together, the artist and piano create music - and over nineteen out of twenty professional pianists performing with orchestra choose to perform on Steinway pianos. For updates and a full event listing with links to the presenters and ticketing site visit:
http://www.jacobsmusic.com/news/steinway-on-stage