The viola da gamba was a popular recreational musical instrument in 17th-century England. Its presence in colonial Virginia is documented in a manuscript containing music for the instrument belonging to a Virginia plantation owner dating from 1738. Join the Governor’s Musician Brady Lanier in exploring the musical journey of the viola da gamba from England to colonial Virginia, performed on the newest member of CW’s musical instrument collection, an 18th-century viol.
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Performance: Before Revolution: Fairfax Resolves
Join George Mason in 1774 as he reflects on the philosophies, conversations, and circumstances of others and witness how he uses these to create The Fairfax Resolves.
Art Museums Admission
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Evening Program: Dancing at the Governor's Palace
"Virginians will dance or die" wrote an 18th-century diarist. What better time than the 21st century to learn a few "new" dance steps? Audience participation encouraged.
Open to the Public
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Handbell Concert - Bruton Parish Tarpley Ringers
Enjoy the elegant, ethereal sounds of handbells in a 350-year-old church, with the Bruton Parish Tarpley Ringers directed by Rebecca Davy and accompanied by JanEl Will.
Open to the Public