Collegium Musicum is a Latin term for a group of amateur musicians connected with a university. It is also the name of many modern choral groups. In Germany, numerous choral groups by this name flourished in the 17th and 18th centuries, and actively promoted public concerts.
Collegium Musicum (Hamburg) - a musical ensemble founded in Hamburg in the 17th century by Matthias Weckmann.
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The Collegium Musicum of London
The Harvard-Radcliffe Collegium Musicum
The Harvard-Radcliffe Collegium Musicum is Harvard Universitys premier undergraduate mixed chorus, comprised of roughly 60 voices, drawing from both the undergraduate and graduate student populations. ...
Celebrating its 32nd anniversary season in 2004-2005, the Collegium, which is directed by Tom Zajac, is an ensemble of singers and instrumentalists open to Wellesley College students, faculty, staff, and members of the greater Wellesley community.
Specializing in the performance of music from the Middle Ages to the late 17th century, the Collegium is often joined by faculty and outside guest artists who enrich the ensemble for special projects.
Admission to all Collegium concerts at Wellesley is free.
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