Many treasured Christmas carols were composed centuries ago, among them, the haunting “What Child is This” (16th century). Entwyned will perform ancient seasonal carols from around the world that are still beloved and regularly sung and played today. In so doing, they’ll transport us from the 13th through the 17th centuries, playing beautiful lesser-known pieces, including many evocative ancient Celtic carols. Entwyned performers will teach us about the songs’ origins, exquisitely expressing the magic and mystery of the season, and their own remarkable historical instruments.
Instructors: DEE HANSEN is Professor Emerita of Music Education, author of the book 100 Years of Hartt: A Centennial Celebration (2020) and primary author of The Music and Literacy Connection (2004, 2014 2nded.). Dee is a nationally active clinician, author, and arts consultant who publishes and specializes in curriculum and assessment development, music and literacy connections, and practical applications of learning theory. Dr. Hansen holds a master’s degree in music history and Doctor of Musical Arts in Music Education degree.
ERIC HANSEN retired in 2019 from the Connecticut State Library as Electronic Resources Coordinator. He holds a master’s degree in music history and completed post graduate work in musicology at the University of Chicago with the late Howard Mayer Brown. He performed as a professional bassist and lutenist in concerts and on recordings with nationally known musicians including Mannheim Steamroller. Over the years Eric played the lute on two gold albums and two multi-platinum albums.
NEAL HUMPHREYS is an Administrator and Graduate Advisor for The Hartt School. Neal graduated from The Hartt School with his bachelor's and master's degrees in Cello Performance with an emphasis in chamber music. His vast ensemble experience includes work with composers Tan Dun and Frank Ticheli, a tour of mainland China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.