Pop-Up Renaissance Concert

The Harvard Viol Consort, made up of students enrolled in Harvard’s Performance and Culture: Renaissance Music course (Music 181R), presents a pop-up performance in the Calderwood Courtyard. The program features viol compositions by William Byrd, John Dowland, Diego Ortiz, Anthony Holborne, and other Renaissance composers. The course is taught by Professor Kate van Orden with assistance from Laura Jeppesen.

When: Tuesday, November 17, 2026

Showtimes: 2:00–2:45 p.m.

Format: In-person performance

Venue: Harvard Art Museums, 32 Quincy Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts

Location: Calderwood Courtyard; seating is limited.

Performers: The Harvard Viol Consort, a student ensemble from Performance and Culture: Renaissance Music (Music 181R)

Repertoire: Renaissance compositions for viol by William Byrd, John Dowland, Diego Ortiz, Anthony Holborne, and other composers

Tickets: Free

Accessibility: Visitors seeking accommodations can contact Harvard Art Museums Visitor Services at am_register@harvard.edu or 617-495-9400. Further information is available through the museums’ accessibility resources.