The mission of The Cambridge Society for Early Music, founded in 1952 by the noted harpsichordist and musicologist Erwin Bodky, is to entertain, enlighten, educate and, in general, promote the rich musical culture of five centuries of Western music from the Middle Ages to the early nineteenth century. Since 1980 CSEM’s Chamber Music by Candlelight concert series has brought distinguished international artists and ensembles to intimate and elegant venues in five towns around the greater Boston area. Come experience — up close! — the thrill of music from another world and time.
Next Event
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Presenting the 2009 Erwin Bodky Prize winner:
The Harvard Baroque Chamber Orchestra
Saturday, June 13th, 12:30 PM, at First Church in Boston,
66 Marlborough Street, Boston 02116. More information>
Special Offer
We welcome the youngest generation of Early Music fans! In fulfillment of our educational mission, all students with ID and children 17 years and under will be admitted FREE to all Chamber Music by Candlelight concerts!