# Event Details - **Event Name**: #Families: Amster Yard Sounds Classical. The Universe of Diego Ortiz - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Experience Renaissance Spain together! A family concert at Amster Yard with Nicholas & Cowart illuminating the world of Diego Ortiz.About this EventAs part of the ongoing Amster Yard Sounds. Classical series—curated by soprano Elizaveta Kozlova —we now present the first Family Concert, designed especially for audiences of all ages. Held in the unique setting of Amster Yard, the series highlights early repertoires that traveled between Spain and the Americas.Concert DescriptionJoin us for a delightful musical journey and sonic exploration into The Universe of Diego Ortiz, led by acclaimed viola da gamba player Caroline Nicholas, joined by Tracy Cowart on harp, voice, and percussion.Diego Ortiz (c. 1510–1576), one of the most influential Spanish composers of the 16th century, transformed the world of bowed string instruments with his groundbreaking treatise Trattado de glosas (1553)—the first printed guide to improvisation for the viola da gamba. This family-friendly program opens the door to Ortiz’s imaginative sound world, bridging improvisation, composition, and the musical traditions that shaped the Renaissance in Spain.Through engaging explanations, live demonstrations, and expressive performances, families will explore:Ortiz’s celebrated recercadas for viola da gambaMusic from the Cancionero de Palacio (1505) and Cancionero de Upsala (1556)Works by his contemporaries, including Bartolomé de Selma y SalaverdeDesigned to spark curiosity and wonder, this concert invites children and adults alike to discover the textures, rhythms, and colors of early Spanish music.PerformersCaroline Nicholas – viola da gambaTracy Cowart – harp, percussion, voiceProgram HighlightsDiego Ortiz (c. 1510–1576)Selections from Trattado de glosas (1553), including:Recercada Primera La SpagnaRecercada Primera sobre tenores ItalianosRecercada Segunda sobre tenores ItalianosRecercada Tercera La SpagnaRecercada Quarta La SpagnaRecercada Quarta sobre tenores ItalianosRecercada Quinta sobre tenores ItalianosRecercada Ottava sobre tenores ItalianosRecercada Segunda (basso solo)Bartolomé de Selma y Salaverde (c. 1595–1638)Passaggetto Susanna (basso solo)Selections from the Cancionero de Palacio (1505)Selections from the Cancionero de Upsala (1556)Bring the whole family and enjoy a journey into the heart of Renaissance Spain—right here in Manhattan.Admission is free. RSVP required.Image: Madonna and Child with Angels Playing Lute and Viola da Braccio. Anonymous, Spanish, School of Seville, 17th century Spanish, The Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-york/families-amster-yard-sounds-classical-the-universe-of-diego-ortiz/100001984088804023 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, concerts, music, performances, live-music, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: New York - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: Instituto Cervantes - Nueva York - **lat**: 40.75499619999999 - **long**: -73.97043459999999 - **full address**: Instituto Cervantes - Nueva York, 211-215 East 49th Street, New York, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: #Families: Amster Yard Sounds Classical. The Universe of Diego Ortiz - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/5a5e549ce25e835928b54b8d98231e317638406cbcd41dab75ecd56ed44b6175-rimg-w1200-h871-dcd5c4a5-gmir.jpg?v=1772221257 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is #Families: Amster Yard Sounds Classical. The Universe of Diego Ortiz being held? - **A:** #Families: Amster Yard Sounds Classical. The Universe of Diego Ortiz takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Instituto Cervantes - Nueva York, 211-215 East 49th Street, New York, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing #Families: Amster Yard Sounds Classical. The Universe of Diego Ortiz? - **A:** #Families: Amster Yard Sounds Classical. The Universe of Diego Ortiz is organized by Instituto Cervantes New York. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** #Families: Amster Yard Sounds Classical. 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