The Friends of the Newberry Consort is a group of individuals who, through their contributions of time and money, help support the activities of the Newberry Consort. Performing music of the thirteenth through seventeenth centuries, specializing in the late Middle Ages and early Baroque, the Consort's programs are based on research in musical, historical, and literary works in the Newberry Library’s magnificent collections.
The Consort was formed in 1986 from the nucleus of performers who had appeared in the Early Music from the Newberry Library concert series, organized in 1982 by Mary Springfels, musician-in-residence at the Newberry. The Newberry Consort is ensemble-in-residence at the Newberry Library, at Northwestern University, and at the University of Chicago and presents a four- or five-program subscription series.
In recognition of their support, Friends of the Newberry Consort receive benefits, depending on their level of giving.
Join the Friends of the Newberry Consort or obtain more information by calling (312) 255-3610 or sending an e-mail to consort@newberry.org. Our mailing address is: The Newberry Consort, Newberry Library, 60 W. Walton Street, Chicago, IL 60610-3305.
Benefits for Friends of the Newberry Consort
Bard (gifts of $50–$99): notice of special Newberry Library events
Minnesinger (gifts of $100–$249): above, plus 10% discount for seminars, limited edition Consort CD
Troubadour (gifts of $250–$499): above, plus invitation to a post-concert event
Trouvère (gifts of $500–$999): above, plus behind-the-scenes tour of the Library's music collections
Pio Resse Circle (gifts of $1,000–$9,999) (This donor club honors the Venetian nobleman whose music library was the first complete collection ever acquired by the Newberry Library.): above, plus invitation to a private party hosted by the Consort director and manager
Leadership Gifts ($10,000 or more): above, plus special one-of-a-kind gift
Many companies will match their employees' contributions. Please contact your Human Resources or Community Relations office for an application.