The FIU Collegium Musicum is an ensemble of FIU students, faculty, and community members primarily devoted to the study and performance the musical literature of the Pre-Classical eras (Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque), either on replicas of original instruments provided by FIU or in a few exceptional cases, on modern instruments.  Some of the collegium's instruments include a Carl Fudge transposing Flemish double harpsichord (made possible by a generous grant from the Lady Suzanna P. Tweed and Carleton Tweed Charitable Foundation), a Ray Nurse archlute, a Monk cornetto, a sackbutt, crumhorns, and a complete set of bows for baroque orchestra built by the English maker David Van Edwards.  Collegium members learn to apply historically alert performance practice to the vocal and instrumental music of these eras through the acquisition of a practical working knowledge of musical and performance style characteristics of music prior to 1800.  In addition, students may also have the opportunity to learn to dance some of the popular dances of these and later eras.  The Collegium's activities culminate in an annual FIU concert as well as opportunities to perform at other venues in the Miami-Ft. Lauderdale community.

For further information, contact Dr. David Dolata at dolatad@fiu.edu or 305-348-2076.

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