Lisa Terry, viola da gamba

Department of Music Free Concert Series

In the 17th century, a very popular way to play the bass viola da gamba was known as “lyra viol” which simply means that the viol is played like a lute with lots of chords accompanying melodies. In this unique event, Artist-in-Residence Lisa Terry will perform dances and character pieces on four viols using five different tunings and engage the audience with anecdotes about the world and times where this music originated.

Lisa Terry practices, performs, and teaches viola da gamba and violoncello in New York City, where she is a member of Parthenia Viol Consort. Lisa is principal cellist and viol soloist with Tempesta di Mare, Philadelphia’s baroque orchestra, and is also a member of the Dryden Ensemble in Princeton; she works regularly with the Lyra Consort (NYC) and Pegasus Early Music (Rochester). Lisa was a founding member of ARTEK. She earned her degree in cello performance from Memphis State University and continued her studies in New York with Richard Taruskin, viol, and Harry Wimmer, cello. Lisa has appeared to great acclaim as soloist in the Passions of J.S. Bach with noted orchestras across the country. She is currently Past President of the Viola da Gamba Society of America.

Artist website: https://www.lisaterryviol.com/

The Department of Music produces over 25 concerts annually featuring a broad range of styles and genres. Enjoy student recitals, faculty ensemble performances, and concerts created in collaboration with visiting artists. All concerts are free with ticket and seating is general admission.