Date: Sunday, November 15, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Florence Harkness Memorial Chapel
Format: In-Person + Virtual
Admission: Free | Open to the Public
Watch: Livestream in Harkness Chapel
About the Event
Join the CWRU Historical Performance Practice Program’s Collegium Musicum and Early Music Singers, under the direction of Dr. Elena Mullins Bailey, for an evening of music commemorating the 400th anniversary of the death of English composer John Dowland (1563–1626).
Renowned for his extraordinary ability to capture the beauty and depth of melancholy, Dowland created some of the most expressive music of the English Renaissance. Fyer and Teares celebrates his enduring legacy while exploring the full spectrum of human emotion—from sorrow and longing to passion and joy—through works by Dowland and his English contemporaries.
CWRU Music | 2026–27 Concert Season
The Case Western Reserve University Department of Music presents a wide range of concerts, recitals, and special events that showcase the talents of students, faculty, and guest artists. From classical masterworks to contemporary compositions, these performances highlight the creativity and excellence within CWRU’s vibrant music community. Open to the public, the series offers opportunities for audiences of all ages to experience inspiring live music and support the next generation of musicians and scholars.
Venue Information
Florence Harkness Memorial Chapel (est. 1902) offers a warm, intimate, and acoustically resonant setting on the Mather Quad. This neo-Gothic landmark commemorates the brief life of Florence Harkness Severance and reflects Cleveland’s rich cultural and philanthropic history. Designed by architect Charles F. Schweinfurth, the chapel is renowned for its soaring arches, exquisite woodwork, and luminous Tiffany stained-glass windows.
Health + Safety
The health and well-being of our community is important to us as we gather for campus events. University Health and Counseling Services provides up-to-date guidance and resources to help support a safe campus experience. For life-threatening emergencies, please call CWRU Public Safety immediately at 216.368.3333.