Washington's Camerata Music

"Two Carols," arr. James Kazik,written for Washington's Camerata, combines two unlikely carols together in one medley. The first is the "Coventry Carol" which is an English carol from the 16th century commemorating the Martyr of the Innocents (December 28th) and "A Virgin Unspotted" (JUDEA) by 18th century American Composer William Billings (1746-1800).

What happens when Bach's Brandenburg 2 meets Jingle Bells? "Bells yon Jingle" is the result. James Kazik arranged this version of Jingle Bells for Washington's Camerata, featuring recorder, baroque oboe, baroque trumpet and harpsichord. Dr. Kelly Kazik, recorder Claire Workinger, baroque oboe Charles Workinger, baroque trumpet Trystan Bennett, harpsichord

“The Holly and the Ivy” is a traditional British folk carol. The tune dates back to the 19th century, but the association of holly with Christmas can be traced to the middle ages. This tune has been arranged for Washington’s Camerata by James Kazik. Dr. Sarah McIver, traverso Dr. Kelly Kazik, traverso, recorders Caitlin Bennett, soprano Trystan Bennett, harpsichord

Deck ye Halls, arranged by James Kazik for Washington's Camerata features baroque trumpet, baroque oboe, recorder and harpsichord. Charles Workinger, baroque trumpet Claire Workinger, baroque oboe Dr. Kelly Kazik, recorder Trystan Bennett, harpsichord

Greensleeves to a Ground Dr. Kelly Kazik, recorder Dr. Scott Borg, guitar Recorded live: September 2013 St. George's Episcopal Church, Fredericksburg Virginia The tune "Greensleeves" is an English folk song that has been popular since the 16th century. The tune has been adapted to a number of texts including the text, "What Child is this?" for Christmas time.

“Two Wassails,” arr. James Kazik Wassail is a hot mulled cider and has been associated with Christmas since medieval times. This arrangement combines two wassailing tunes, “Wassail and Wassail” and the “Gloucester Wassail.” Dr. Sarah McIver, traverso Dr. Alicia Kosack, traverso Dr. Kelly Kazik, bass recorder Elena Tsai, Harpsichord

"Good King Medley" arranged for Washington's Camerata by James Kazik combines the traditional tunes, "Good Christian Men Rejoice" and "Good King Wenceslas" for harpsichord, traverso and recorders. Dr. Sarah McIver, traverso Dr. Kelly Kazik, recorders, traverso Trystan Bennett, harpsichord

"In the Fields in Frost and Snow" was a popular winter tune in 18th century Virginia. The tune debuted in 1710 and became a popular dance tune. It is a direct predecessor to the children's song, "Old MacDonald had a Farm." "In the Fields in Frost and Snow" is arranged for Washington's Camerata by James Kazik for traversi, recorder, soprano and harpsichord. Dr. Kelly Kazik, traverso and recorder Caitlin Bennett, soprano Trystan Bennett, harpsichord

Michel Corrette (1709-1795) Concerto comique in B-flat op. 8 no. 1 Mvt. 3 Allegro Recorded Live at St. George's Episcopal Church, Fredericksburg VA September 16, 2018 Washington's Camerata Dr. Sarah McIver, traverso Dr. Kelly Kazik, traverso Nicholas Currie, violin Tim Anderson, violoncello Bozena Jedrzejczak-Brown, harpsichord

Michel Corrette (1709-1795) Concerto comique in B-flat op. 8 no. 1 Mvt. 2 Andante Recorded Live at St. George's Episcopal Church, Fredericksburg VA September 16, 2018 Washington's Camerata Dr. Sarah McIver, traverso Dr. Kelly Kazik, traverso Nicholas Currie, violin Tim Anderson, violoncello Bozena Jedrzejczak-Brown, harpsichord

Michel Corrette (1709-1795) Concerto comique in B-flat op. 8 no. 1 Mvt. 1 Allegro Recorded Live at St. George's Episcopal Church, Fredericksburg VA September 16, 2018 Washington's Camerata Dr. Sarah McIver, traverso Dr. Kelly Kazik, traverso Nicholas Currie, violin Tim Anderson, violoncello Bozena Jedrzejczak-Brown, harpsichord

Georg Phillip Telemann (1681-1767),Sonata no. 1 in F Major (from Der getreue Music-Meister) was recorded for our online concert hosted by Aquia Episcopal Church in Celebration of "Early Music Month." Movements: Vivace, Largo, Allegro Dr. Kelly Kazik, recorder Trystan Bennett, harpsichord

Johann Joachim Quantz (1697-1773), Duo Sonata no. 2 op. 2 in A minor was recorded for our online concert hosted by Aquia Episcopal Church in Celebration of "Early Music Month." Movements: Allegro assai, Andantino Presto Dr. Sarah McIver, traverso Dr. Kelly Kazik, traverso

Archangelo Corelli (1653-1713), Sonata no. 7 op 5 in G minor (transposed) was recorded for our online concert hosted by Aquia Episcopal Church in Celebration of "Early Music Month." Movements: Preludio, Corrente Sarabanda, Giga Dr. Kelly Kazik, recorder Trystan Bennett, harpsichord

G.P. Telemann (1681-1767), Duo Sonata no. 1, op. 2, was recorded for our online concert hosted by Aquia Episcopal Church in Celebration of "Early Music Month." Movements: Soave, Allegro, Andante, Allegro Dr. Sarah McIver, traverso Dr. Kelly Kazik, traverso

The final movement of Sonata in F Major op. 11 no. 1. Recorded at the historic Aquia Episcopal Church in Stafford, VA.

This is the third of four movement of Handel's Sonata in F Major for recorder and harpsichord. Recorded at the historic Aquia Episcopal Church in Stafford, VA

Recorder player Kelly Kazik and organist Trystan Bennnett, recorded at the historical Aquia Episcopal Church in Stafford, VA. Recorded September 2020

Dr.s Sarah McIver, Kelly Kazik and harpsichordist Trystan Bennett perform Sancho's Minuet no. 1 remotely as part of Washington's Camerata's virtual series exploring the music of 18th century Black European Composers. Recorded in August 2020. The score for minuet 1 indicated horns for the instrumental lines.

Recorded remotely in August 2020 as part of our series exploring the music and life of Ignatius Sancho.

Recorded Remotely in 2020 as part of our Series on the music of Ignatius Sancho. This Air specifically indicates German Flute in its' title.

Handel, Sonata in F Major, op. 1 no. 11 mvt. 1 Larghetto. Recorded at historic Aquia Episcopal Church. September 2020.

Trio Sonata in E minor, op. 1, no. 5 - Antonio Caldera Grave - Vivace - Andante - Vivace Dr. Kelly Kazik, Dr. Sarah McIver, traversi Trystan Bennett, harpsicord

Duo in D major, op. 2, no. 5 by Johann Joachim Quantz (1697-1773) Allegro - Mesto - Allegro di Molto Dr. Kelly Kazik and Dr. Sarah McIver, traversi

J.J. Quantz, Duette op. 2 no. 3, mvt. 3, played on 18th century flutes, was recorded at the historic Aquia Episcopal Church.