Palestrina crosses the Alps

PALESTRINA CROSSES THE ALPS

Palestrina turns 500 this year. To celebrate the legacy of this Italian Renaissance composer, Musica Transalpina has uncovered works that reflect his influence on 17th, 18th, and19th-century musicians -- in German-speaking Europe.

PROGRAM

TBA

MUSICA TRANSALPINA

Musica Transalpina is a professional vocal & period instrument ensemble dedicated to the research & performance of baroque sacred music.

SANTA MONICA BAY WOMAN'S CLUB

Classical Revival-style building completed in 1914. Spacious entranceway opens to ballroom and auditorium (second floor). Home to one of the City of Santa Monica’s oldest social institutions.

ITALIA UND GERMANIA (1828)

Allegorical painting by Lübeck-born Nazarene Johann Friedrich Oberbeck (1789-1869). Like the work of other Nazarenes, Oberbeck's Renaissance-inspired style was accompanied by long stays in Italy -- and conversion to Roman Catholicism.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Santa Monica Bay Woman's Club, 1210 4th Street, Santa Monica, United States