Collectio Musicorum presents Jaufre Rudel and the Lure of the Orient.
Fri, May 09
|Staten Island
Collectio Musicorum, under the direction of Dr. Dailey, will perform highlights from and performs all the surviving music by Rudel, along with some by his friend Marcabru .
Time & Location
May 09, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Staten Island, 338 Lighthouse Ave, Staten Island, NY 10306, USA
About the event
Collectio Musicorum Presents: Jaufre Rudel and the Lure of the Orient
A Night of Medieval Music & Legend in a Mystical Setting
📅 Friday, May 9, 2025
🕢 7:30 PM
📍 Jacques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art338 Lighthouse Ave, Staten Island, NY 10306
About the Event
Step into a world of medieval romance and intrigue as Collectio Musicorum brings to life the legendary tale of Jaufre Rudel, a 12th-century troubadour whose songs of unrequited love continue to inspire across the ages.
According to legend, Rudel fell deeply in love with the Countess of Tripoli without ever having seen her. Driven by longing, he set sail for Lebanon to be with her, only to perish upon his arrival. His story, intertwined with the poetry and music of the troubadours, captures the spirit of devotion, artistry, and adventure.
Experience the music of Jaufre Rudel—all his surviving compositions—along with selections by his contemporary Marcabru and other troubadours. Performed in the mystical ambiance of the Jacques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art, this is an evening where history, legend, and music converge.
The concert will be performed by Alexander Longnecker, tenor; Christopher Morrongiello, lute; Jeff Dailey and Richard Walker, recorders.
A Special Exhibition
In addition to this one-night-only performance, guests will have the opportunity to view a unique collection of Himalayan musical instruments, a promised gift to the Jacques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art from
Dr. Jeff S. Dailey, a renowned scholar and longtime friend of the museum.
Since 2021, Dr. Dailey has displayed rare instruments at the museum, and this May , never-before-seen artifacts will be added to the collection. His extensive research into the musical cultures of the Himalayas provides a fascinating glimpse into the region’s history and artistry.
Dr. Dailey, a Wagner College graduate with a Ph.D. from NYU, has dedicated his career to the study of historical musicology. As president of the American Musicological Society’s Greater New York Chapter, he brings unparalleled expertise and passion to this special exhibition.
Don’t miss this extraordinary evening of music, history, and legend!
Secure your spot—join us on May 9 for an unforgettable experience.
Dr. Jeff S. Dailey, a longtime friend of the Jacques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art, has been displaying his collection of Himalayan musical objects at the Museum since 2021. In April of 2024, part of his collection will be switched with some new objects never before seen by the public.
Now retired as a college professor and administrator, Dr. Dailey devotes his time to research into the musical cultures of the Himalayas. After graduating from Wagner College, he went on to earn his PhD from New York University. He serves as president of the American Musicological Society's Greater New York Chapter.
