Jan and Diane Williams using their short wave radio set
A black-and-white scene of two people seated at a vintage radio communication station. One person wears glasses and a headset while holding a handheld microphone, and the other leans in beside them, looking toward the equipment. The station includes multiple radios, control panels, dials, switches, and meters arranged on a desk, with curtains visible in the background.
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Eberhard Blum, Jan Williams, Ann Noël, Ann Holyoke Lehmann, and Diane Williams, seated at a table in Blum's home in Berlin
A group of five people are seated around a wooden table in an indoor room. The table is set with several cups, mugs, and small items. Behind them are shelves filled with books and various objects, and a patterned wall hanging decorates one wall. Curtains cover a window on the left, and another window is visible on the right. The room contains a mix of wooden and upholstered chairs.
Diane Williams, Eberhard Blum, Martin Riches, Ann Holyoke Lehmann, and Jan Williams seated at a table in Blum's home in Berlin
Five people are seated around a wooden table in an indoor room. The table holds several cups, glasses, bottles, and small items. Behind them are shelves filled with books and other objects, along with a patterned wall hanging. Curtains cover a window on the left, and another window is visible on the right. The room is furnished with a mix of wooden and upholstered chairs.
Jan Williams and Eberhard Blum in front of a statue in Berlin
A black-and-white outdoor scene showing two people standing on either side of a decorative stone fountain or sculptural feature. One person wears a dark jacket with light-colored trousers, while the other wears a suit jacket, shirt, and tie. Architectural details and carved stone elements are visible in the background.
Eberhard Blum standing on a pedestal in Berlin
A black-and-white outdoor scene showing a person standing on a stone ledge in front of a decorative metal fence with a lattice pattern. The person is wearing a suit jacket, collared shirt, tie, and trousers, with their arms resting at their sides. Stonework forms the base of the fence, and foliage is visible through the metalwork in the background.
A black-and-white outdoor scene showing three people positioned around a decorative stone fountain or sculptural feature. One person is seated on the stone edge in the foreground wearing a dark jacket and light-colored trousers, while two others stand behind on either side of the sculpture. One standing person wears a suit jacket, collared shirt, and tie, and the other wears a dark jacket with light-colored trousers. Architectural details, carved stone elements, and windows form the background.
Diane Williams, Jan Williams, Eberhard Blum, and Ann Holyoke Lehmann standing on Unter den Linden with Brandenburg Gate in background
A black-and-white outdoor scene showing four people standing together on a wide cobblestone path. Two people wear jackets with light-colored trousers, one wears a dark suit with a tie, and another wears a light-colored outfit while holding a handbag. A parked car is visible to the left, trees line both sides of the path, and a large building appears in the distance.
Diane Williams, Eberhard Blum, Jan Williams, and Ann Holyoke Lehmann standing in front of a statue in Berlin
A black-and-white outdoor scene showing five people standing closely together in a doorway framed by large stone columns. One person points upward while the others look in the same general direction or toward the camera. The group is dressed in a mix of jackets, a suit and tie, and a long coat. A sculpted decorative element is mounted above the doorway, and the stone building façade forms the background.
Eberhard Blum and Diane Williams standing on Unter den Linden with Brandenburg Gate in background
Two people standing at a sidewalk. person on left is earing a light color attire and the other in a dark suit.. person one standing sideways.
Jan Williams and Eberhard Blum standing on a pedestal in Berlin
A black-and-white outdoor scene showing four people standing closely together in a doorway framed by large stone columns. The group is dressed in a mix of jackets, a suit with a tie, and a long coat. A sculpted bust is mounted above the doorway, centered over the group. The stone building façade forms the background.
Eberhard Blum, Diane Williams, Ann Holyoke Lehmann, and Jan Williams standing in front of a church door in Berlin
A black-and-white outdoor scene showing four people standing together in front of an ornate doorway. The entrance is framed by carved stone columns and decorative architectural details, with a metal gate featuring a lattice pattern behind the group. The people are dressed in a mix of jackets, light-colored trousers, and a long coat. The stone building façade fills the background.
Diane Williams, Jan Williams, Eberhard Blum, and Ann Holyoke Lehmann standing on Unter den Linden with the Brandenburg Gate in the background
A black-and-white outdoor scene showing four people standing together on a wide cobblestone path. The group is dressed in a mix of jackets, light-colored trousers, a dark suit with a tie, and a light-colored outfit with a handbag. Trees line both sides of the path, a few cars are visible along the roadway, and a large building appears in the distance.
A black-and-white outdoor scene showing two people standing side by side on a small stone platform in front of a decorative metal fence with a lattice pattern. The image is tightly cropped, cutting off the tops of their heads. One person wears a suit jacket, collared shirt, tie, and trousers, while the other wears a dark jacket with light-colored trousers. Stonework forms the base of the fence, with foliage visible behind it.
Jan Williams and Eberhard Blum by a statue in Berlin
Two people are standing on either side of a stone statue positioned in front of an ornate decorative backdrop with gold-colored trim and patterned panels. One person wears a dark jacket with light-colored trousers, and the other wears a blue jacket, collared shirt, tie, and brown trousers. The statue stands on a pedestal, and carved stone architectural details are visible along the left side of the scene.
Jan Williams, Diane Williams, Eberhard Blum, and Ann Holyoke Lehmann standing on Unter den Linden with the Brandenburg Gate in the background
Four people are standing together on a wide cobblestone path outdoors. The group is dressed in a mix of jackets, light-colored trousers, a shirt and tie, and a light-colored coat while one person carries a handbag. Trees line both sides of the roadway, with several parked cars visible along the right side. A large building appears in the distance at the end of the path, and a small flag is visible above it.
Jan Williams and Eberhard Blum on a bench in Berlin
Two people are positioned in front of a stone statue displayed within an ornate architectural setting. One person is seated on a stone ledge wearing a dark jacket and light-colored trousers, while the other stands nearby wearing a blue jacket, collared shirt, tie, and brown trousers. The statue stands on a pedestal against a decorative backdrop with gold-colored trim and patterned panels. Carved stone figures and architectural details frame the display on either side.
Eberhard Blum, Ann Holyoke Lehmann, Diane Williams, and Jan Williams in front of a church door in Berlin
Jan Williams and Bent Lylloff in Copenhagen
Two people are seated side by side on a pink couch in an office or study. One person wears a pink long-sleeved shirt and glasses, while the other wears a light blue and white striped polo shirt and has an arm around the other's shoulder. Behind them are shelves filled with binders, a framed abstract artwork, and a wall-mounted decorative object.
Bent Lylloff, Jerzy Zgodzinski, Dave Weckl, and Jan Williams at the home of Bent Lylloff during Williams' induction into the Danish Percussion Society
Four people stand side by side in a living room with a chandelier overhead and a pool table light visible in the background. From left to right, they wear a patterned blue shirt, a dark suit and tie, a white sweater with a patterned skirt or pants, and a brown sweater with glasses. Part of a child's head is visible at the bottom edge of the frame, and framed artwork and windows are visible around the room.
Jan Williams with Bent Lyllof during Williams' induction into the Danish Percussion Society at Lyllof's home in Copenhagen
An indoor gathering takes place in a living room with two people standing near the center of the room. One person wearing a patterned blue shirt holds a sheet of paper while facing another person in a dark sweater and glasses, who is also holding papers. Other people are partially visible seated and standing along the left edge of the image. A side table with drinks and refreshments, windows, a chandelier, and a hanging pool table light are visible in the background.
Four people stand side by side in a living room with a chandelier overhead and a green hanging pool table light visible behind them. From left to right, they wear a patterned blue shirt, a dark suit and tie, a white short-sleeved top with a patterned skirt or pants and a waist pouch, and a brown sweater with glasses. Framed artwork hangs on the walls, and windows and furnishings are visible in the background.
Eberhard Blum, Ann Holyoke Lehmann, and Diane Williams sitting outside in Miami
An outdoor scene shows a person standing on a walkway in front of a building with large windows and a white railing. The person is wearing a light-colored long-sleeved shirt, a tie, light-colored trousers, and dark shoes. Several other people are seated at tables behind the railing, and sunlight casts strong shadows across the ground.
Eberhard Blum, Jan Williams, Renée Levine Packer, Hibbard Williams, and John Cage at the New Music America Festival in Miami
An indoor gathering shows several people standing and talking around an elderly seated person wearing a blue suit and patterned tie. A walker is positioned in front of the seated person. One standing person wears a light-colored short-sleeved shirt, another wears a red dress, and another wears a dark jacket. The room has recessed ceiling lights, and additional people are partially visible at the edges of the frame.
An indoor scene shows an elderly person seated on a chair wearing a blue suit and patterned tie while facing another person standing nearby in a blue jacket and dark pants. A walker is positioned beside the seated person. Rows of red chairs, wood-paneled walls, and recessed ceiling lights are visible in the background, suggesting a meeting or event space.
Nils Vigeland, Madeline Burke-Vigeland, Eberhard Blum, Diane Williams, Ann Holyoke Lehmann, and Hibbard Williams sitting at a table in Miami
An outdoor patio scene shows seven people seated around a round table with drinks and small items on its surface. White plastic chairs surround the table, and several people are smiling toward the camera. A building with large windows, structural beams, steps, and potted greenery forms the background, suggesting a restaurant or café terrace.
An outdoor patio scene shows seven people seated on white plastic chairs gathered around a table with drinks and small items. Several people smile toward the camera while one person reclines slightly in a chair at the right. The setting includes tiled flooring, overhead awnings, potted greenery, and a building with windows and walkways in the background.
Jan Williams and Joel Chadabe in Århus, Denmark
An outdoor scene shows two people seated on a wooden bench with a gorilla statue positioned beside them. One person wears sunglasses, a light jacket, and a red plaid shirt, while the other wears glasses, a dark jacket, and a light-colored shirt. Behind them are parked cars and a traditional half-timbered building with trees visible in the background.
An indoor portrait shows a person seated in a chair, smiling toward the camera. The person wears a light-colored jacket over a red plaid shirt with light-colored pants. A brick wall and upholstered seating are visible in the background, creating a casual indoor setting.
Jan Williams rehearsing on stage for his solo recital in Århus, Denmark
An indoor music room shows a person standing behind four timpani drums with a music stand positioned in front of them. Colorful geometric wall panels, orange curtains, a large speaker, and blue walls form the background. Additional percussion instruments are visible nearby, suggesting a rehearsal or performance setting.
The view from the audience shows an auditorium with rows of empty seats leading to a stage. On the stage are several percussion instruments, including timpani, a marimba or xylophone, music stands, chairs, and other equipment arranged for a rehearsal or performance. Colorful geometric wall panels, orange curtains, blue walls, and speakers frame the stage.
Jan Williams, and Henrik Svitzer in Copenhagen
A black-and-white indoor scene shows two people seated at a table with bottles, glasses, and other dining items in the foreground. The person on the left wears glasses and a checkered shirt and looks toward the camera, while the person on the right wears glasses and looks downward. A spinning wheel and framed wall decorations are visible in the background.
Jan Williams, John Rowland, and Edward Burnham after a school concert in Buffalo
An outdoor scene shows a large group of children gathered closely together on a residential street, many smiling, waving, or looking toward the camera. The children wear jackets, hats, and winter clothing, suggesting cool weather. Parked cars, leafless trees, houses, and utility poles are visible in the background.
Jan Williams setting up percussion instruments for Morton Feldman's King of Denmark at the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart
Feldman, Morton, 1926-1987. King of Denmark -- Performances
The view from the audience shows an auditorium stage with a person standing beside a group of percussion instruments, including timpani and other drums, appearing to adjust or arrange the setup. Music stands, tables, and additional percussion equipment are spread across the stage, with a dark curtain as the backdrop. Rows of empty chairs are visible in the foreground.
View of stage at the at the Schauspielhaus, Berlin, set for performance of Morton Feldman's King of Denmark
The view from the audience shows an auditorium with rows of empty seats facing a stage prepared for a percussion performance. A marimba or xylophone is centered on the stage, with music stands, tables, and additional percussion instruments arranged across both sides. A large projection screen, stage lighting, and tall white architectural panels frame the performance space.
Jan Williams, Nils Vigeland, Diane Williams, and Yvar Mikashoff
An outdoor scene shows four people standing closely together with their arms around one another near a waterfront railing. One person wears a light-colored sweater, another a dark sweater, a third a light-colored jacket, and the fourth a dark jacket over a light shirt. Wind blows their hair and clothing, while cloudy skies, water, and distant buildings are visible in the background.
Eberhard Blum, Mrs. Weisman, Adam Weisman, and Jan Williams at Blum's apartment in Berlin
An indoor scene shows four people seated around a small table with cups, plates, and snacks. Bookshelves filled with books and CDs line the wall behind them, and a window with curtains is centered in the background. One person sits at each side of the table, with additional chairs, a small side table, and household furnishings visible throughout the room.
Jan Williams and John Patrick Thomas standing in front of the water in Lübeck
Thomas, John Patrick - Voice (Counter-tenor)
An outdoor scene shows two people standing side by side in front of a metal railing along a waterfront. Both wear dark coats and face the camera. Behind them, a tall-masted historic ship is docked in the harbor, with brick buildings, additional boats, and a church tower visible in the background under an overcast sky.
Jan Williams sitting in front of a statue of Johann Sebastian Bach in Leipzig
An outdoor scene shows a large stone monument with a statue of Johann Sebastian Bach standing on a pedestal engraved with the name "JOHANN SEBASTIAN BACH." A person sits on a wooden bench at the base of the monument. The square is surrounded by historic stone buildings with tall windows, and leafless trees frame the scene.
Jan Williams with Joel Chadabe (back to camera), Arna Suttle, Clark Suttle, and Erik Jacobsen at the home of Torben Elmøe after a Sjelland Symphony Orchestra concert
An indoor dining scene shows four people seated around a table covered with a pink tablecloth. Plates, cups, wine glasses, and bottles are arranged on the table, suggesting a shared meal. Framed artwork decorates the walls, shelves with dishes are visible in the background, and additional people are partially visible at the edges of the image.
Jan Williams and the Perceum Percussion group
An indoor stage scene shows six people standing in a line facing the camera. They are dressed casually in T-shirts, jeans, shorts, and button-up shirts. A drum set is partially visible at the right edge of the stage, with additional percussion equipment near the left. The backdrop consists of large light-colored acoustic wall panels, and a small object rests on the stage floor in front of the group.
John Patrick Thomas, Diane Williams, and Richard Reeve by the water in Hamburg, Germany
Jan Williams rehearsing Morton Feldman's King of Denmark at the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart
An indoor stage scene shows a person standing behind a collection of percussion instruments, including conga drums, timpani, a suspended gong, and a music stand. The person holds a small handheld gong or cymbal near their head while standing at the center of the setup. Tables with additional percussion instruments and a black stage curtain are visible in the background.
Stage of the Schauspielhaus shown on monitor backstage
A close-up view shows a Sharp television monitor with the stage image visible on its screen. The display shows percussion instruments arranged on a stage, including timpani and other drums, viewed from a distance. The monitor is surrounded by its black bezel with control buttons and labels visible along the bottom, and additional equipment is partially visible around it.
Percussion setup for Morton Feldman's King of Denmark at the Schauspielhaus, Berlin
A stage is set up with several percussion instruments, including a marimba in the foreground, a large concert bass drum, a drum set, suspended gongs, and music stands. The instruments are arranged for a rehearsal or performance in front of a large projection screen, with stage lighting illuminating the performance area.
Percussion setup for Morton Feldman's King of Denmark at the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart
A stage is prepared with a variety of percussion instruments arranged for a performance or rehearsal. Visible instruments include conga drums, a large concert bass drum, suspended gongs, cymbals, and a drum set, with a music stand positioned near the center. The instruments are set against a black stage curtain, and the wooden stage floor is visible in the foreground.
An indoor stage scene shows a person in a blue long-sleeved shirt leaning over a percussion setup while adjusting or arranging instruments. The setup includes bongos, cymbals, a drum set, a xylophone or marimba, music stands, and additional percussion equipment spread across the stage. The photograph is taken from an elevated angle, showing the wooden stage floor and performance setup.
The view from the stage looks out over an empty auditorium with rows of seats. In the foreground are a marimba, cymbals, music stands, and additional percussion instruments arranged for a performance or rehearsal. Warm stage lighting illuminates the instruments, while balconies and wood-paneled walls frame the audience area in the background.
Eberhard Blum rehearsing at the Schauspielhaus, Berlin
An indoor stage scene shows a person standing behind a music stand while playing a flute. Percussion instruments, including a marimba, cymbals, and other equipment, are arranged across the stage. A large projection screen and stage lighting form the backdrop, indicating a concert or rehearsal setting.
Eberhard Blum and Jan Williams in Fasanenstrasse, Berlin
A nighttime street scene shows two people standing side by side on a sidewalk, both wearing coats suitable for cool weather. One person wears a light-colored overcoat and a dark flat cap, while the other wears a blue sweater under a dark jacket. Illuminated storefronts, parked cars, and a vertical theater or cinema sign are visible in the background, with streetlights reflecting off the wet or dark pavement.
Eberhard Blum, Jan Williams, Ann Holyoke Lehmann, and Lars Petter Hagen at the Edvard Munch House in Warnemünde (Rostock, Germany)
An indoor gathering shows three people standing side by side in a modern room with track lighting and a staircase in the background. The person on the left wears a dark sweater and glasses and holds a drink, the person in the center wears a black top and also holds a drink, and the person on the right wears a white T-shirt and smiles toward the camera. Two additional people are partially visible in the background near the staircase.
Ernstalbrecht Stiebler and Ann Holyoke Lehmann at the Edvard Munch House in Warnemünde (Rostock, Germany)
Stiebler, Ernstalbrecht, 1934- - Composer
An indoor scene shows two people standing side by side against a plain light-colored wall, each holding a glass of red wine. The person on the left wears glasses and a dark jacket over a dark shirt, while the person on the right wears a black top. The setting appears to be a casual social gathering with minimal background details visible.
Jan Williams, Eberhard Blum and unidentified man at the Edvard Munch House in Warnemünde (Rostock, Germany)
An indoor scene shows a room with music stands, percussion instruments, and other equipment. A person wearing a white shirt stands in the foreground facing to the right, while another person in a dark jacket stands at the right edge holding papers. In the background, another person bends over near a music stand, and a fourth person stands in a doorway. Large windows, track lighting, and an open doorway are visible in the room.
Eberhard Blum, Ann Holyoke Lehmann, and Jan Williams outside the Edvard Munch House in Warnemünde (Rostock, Germany)
An outdoor scene shows three people standing on a paved walkway in front of a modern house with large glass windows and a covered entryway. One adult is holding a dark bag while another adult and a child stand nearby. Fallen leaves are scattered across the ground, and a young tree, shrubs, and neighboring houses are visible around the property.
Percussion instrument setup at the Edvard Munch House in Warnemünde (Rostock, Germany)
An indoor scene centers on a large suspended gong mounted in a black metal frame. Part of a drum set and percussion instruments are visible at the left and right edges of the image. Behind the gong, a glass door or large window looks out onto a small courtyard with a tree and surrounding building, allowing natural light into the room.
Jan Williams rehearsing Ernstalbrecht Stiebler's im Takt at the Edvard Munch House in Warnemünde (Rostock, Germany)
Stiebler, Ernstalbrecht, 1934-. Im Takt -- Performances
An indoor scene shows a person seated on a stool behind a pair of bongos mounted on a stand. The room contains folded wooden chairs, framed artwork on white walls, and a music stand partially visible at the right edge. A doorway and windows are visible in the background, suggesting a rehearsal, studio, or gallery space.
An indoor scene shows a person seated on the left side of the frame behind a pair of bongos mounted on a stand, with a music stand positioned in front. Three framed drawings hang evenly spaced on a white wall behind the person. The room has a wooden floor and a simple gallery- or rehearsal-like setting with most of the image focused on the artwork and open wall space.
An indoor room is viewed through an open doorway, revealing a percussion performance setup. A large suspended gong stands at the center behind a music stand, with speakers on tripods positioned on either side. Additional percussion instruments, tables, microphone stands, and cables are arranged throughout the room, while a glass door at the far end opens onto a courtyard with a tree.
Eberhard Blum and Daniel Seel performing at the Nationalgalerie in Berlin
An indoor performance scene shows a person standing at a music stand while playing a flute, with another person seated at a grand piano to the left. The stage has a plain light-colored backdrop and minimal setup, with the piano and music stand as the primary focal points. Both performers face toward the audience area, suggesting a concert or rehearsal.
An indoor room is viewed through an open doorway, revealing a percussion rehearsal or performance setup. A large suspended gong is positioned near the center in front of a window overlooking a courtyard with a tree. Music stands, speakers on tripods, percussion instruments, microphone stands, and tables are arranged throughout the room, while sunlight streams in through the windows, illuminating the space.
Close-up of the percussion instruments for a concert commemorating Eberhard Blum's 60th birthday in Berlin
A stage setup is shown from close range with a collection of percussion instruments and accessories. Mallets, hand percussion, and small instruments are arranged on tables, while microphone stands, music stands, and additional percussion instruments, including timpani, are visible in the background. The wooden stage floor and performance equipment suggest preparation for a concert or rehearsal.
Stage setup for a concert commemorating Eberhard Blum's 60th birthday in Berlin
The image shows a percussion performance setup viewed from above in a room with a parquet floor. A large suspended gong stands near the center, surrounded by drums, cymbals, music stands, microphones, cables, and tables holding percussion instruments and accessories. Tall windows with curtains line the back wall, and the arrangement suggests the space is prepared for a rehearsal or performance.
Michael Svoboda, Jan Williams, and Eberhard Blum rehearsing for a concert commemorating Eberhard Blum's 60th birthday in Berlin
An overhead view shows a person standing behind an extensive percussion setup in a room with a parquet floor. The arrangement includes a large suspended gong, timpani, cymbals, keyboard percussion, tables holding mallets and small instruments, music stands, microphones, and cables. Tall windows with curtains line the back wall, and parts of other musicians or instruments are visible at the left and right edges of the image.
The image shows a rehearsal or performance space viewed from above, centered on a large percussion setup. A person stands behind tables holding mallets and small percussion instruments, with a large suspended gong, timpani, cymbals, and additional percussion instruments arranged nearby. Music stands, microphones, and cables are positioned throughout the room. Another person is partially visible at the right edge of the frame, and portions of additional musicians or instruments appear at the left. Tall windows with curtains line the back wall above the parquet floor.
The image shows a rehearsal or performance space viewed from above, centered on a large percussion setup. A person stands behind tables holding mallets and small percussion instruments, with a large suspended gong, timpani, cymbals, and additional percussion instruments arranged nearby. Music stands, microphones, and cables are positioned throughout the room. Another person stands at the right side of the room holding papers, while parts of additional musicians or instruments are visible at the left edge. Tall windows with curtains line the back wall above the parquet floor.
Eberhard Blum and John Patrick Thomas at a café in Hackescher Markt in Berlin
An indoor café or restaurant scene shows two people seated at a table with white cups in the foreground. The person on the left wears glasses and a light-colored scarf over a dark top and looks toward the other person, who wears glasses and a dark turtleneck sweater with folded arms. Another person is seated at a table in the background near a window, and the softly lit interior includes shelves and furnishings behind them.
Jan Williams, Eberhard Blum, Ann Holyoke Lehmann, and Diane Williams, in the Blum house
An indoor scene shows four people seated around a small coffee table with cups, glasses, snacks, and books on its surface. One person sits on each side of the table, with shelves filled with books and CDs behind them and a window centered in the background. The room includes upholstered seating, a lamp, and additional household furnishings, creating a casual gathering space.
An indoor performance scene shows a person standing and playing a flute beside a grand piano. Another person is partially visible seated at the piano on the left side of the image. Music stands are positioned between the performers, and the stage has a plain light-colored backdrop with minimal equipment, suggesting a concert or rehearsal.
Eberhard Blum and Jan Williams backstage at the Nationalgalerie in Berlin
An indoor scene shows two people standing side by side facing the camera. One person wears a white dress shirt with a patterned red tie, while the other wears glasses, a dark button-up shirt, and has a white beard and mustache. A doorway, wall-mounted light fixture, and framed artwork are visible in the background.
John Patrick Thomas, Eberhard Blum, Ann Holyoke Lehmann, Diane Williams, and Richard Reeve sitting around a table at the Nationalgalerie in Berlin
An indoor café scene shows five people seated around a small table with cups, glasses, and a red bag placed in the center. Several people hold drinks while facing the camera. A large black-and-white framed artwork hangs on the wall behind them, with a wall-mounted light fixture, potted plant, and additional café furnishings visible in the background.
Eberhard Blum and Ann Holyoke Lehmann listening to Daniel Seel at the piano in the Nationalgalerie in Berlin
An indoor performance space shows three people positioned around a grand piano. One person stands at the left facing the others, another stands near the center with hands on their hips, and a third person is partially visible seated at the piano on the right. A music stand is placed in the foreground, with rows of empty chairs and additional seating visible in the dimly lit background, suggesting a rehearsal setting.
Eberhard Blum and Jan Williams at a rehearsal of Morton Feldman's Instruments 3
Feldman, Morton, 1926-1987. Instruments, no. 3 -- Performances
An indoor scene shows two people standing side by side against a dark background, both looking down at an open book, binder, or document held between them. One person wears a light-colored long-sleeved shirt, while the other wears a light blue shirt and glasses with a white beard and mustache. The focus is on their shared attention to the document, with few background details visible.
Han de Vries and Eberhard Blum at a rehearsal of Morton Feldman's Instruments 3
An indoor stage scene shows a person standing near a music stand with hands clasped in front. Another person is partially visible at the right edge of the frame. A piano, additional music stands, and stage equipment are visible in the background against a dark backdrop, suggesting a concert or rehearsal setting.
Eberhard Blum with Mats Persson and Kristine Scholz, piano duo, at the Nationalgalerie in Berlin
An indoor scene shows three people standing in a room with musical equipment. One person at the center drinks from a small glass while wearing a dark sweater, another person in a light-colored shirt is seen from behind at the left, and a third person at the right holds food in both hands. A drum set, tables with papers, a framed artwork, and an open cardboard box are visible in the background, suggesting a social event in a rehearsal or performance space.
Jan Williams, Eberhard Blum, and Ernstalbrecht Stiebler backstage at the Nationalgalerie in Berlin
An indoor scene shows three people standing side by side facing the camera. The person in the center wears a white dress shirt with a patterned red tie, while the people on either side wear dark shirts, with the person on the left having a white beard and glasses and the person on the right wearing glasses and a visible name badge. An open doorway and softly lit room are visible in the background, suggesting a gathering or event.
Ann Holyoke Lehmann, Eberhard Blum, and Diane Williams sitting by the water in Rheinsberg, Germany
An outdoor scene shows three people seated along the edge of a lake. The person in the foreground wears sunglasses and is shown in profile, while the two people behind lean toward the camera, one wearing glasses. Calm water, a tree-lined shoreline, and an overcast sky form the background.
An outdoor portrait shows a person standing on a stone walkway wearing a dark buttoned coat and looking toward the camera. Tall stone columns and the entrance of a historic building frame the background, with trees visible beyond the colonnade in the fading daylight.
Jan Williams, Ann Holyoke Lehmann, and Eberhard Blum under an arbor in Rheinsberg, Germany
An outdoor scene shows a straight gravel path bordered by dense rows of trees and greenery that form a leafy canopy overhead. Three people stand together near the far end of the path, partially framed by the foliage. Low stone edging lines both sides of the walkway, creating a symmetrical view through the garden.
Ann Holyoke Lehmann, Eberhard Blum, and Jan Williams in a courtyard in Rheinsberg, Germany
An outdoor scene shows three people standing on a gravel walkway bordered by neatly trimmed hedges in a formal garden. One person stands in the foreground with their back partly turned to the camera, while two others face toward the camera farther along the path. A large historic building, mature trees, lawns, and additional garden features are visible in the background under an overcast sky.
Ann Holyoke Lehmann, Eberhard Blum, and Diane Williams on a bench outdoors in Germany
An outdoor scene shows three people seated side by side on a stone bench with a decorative balustrade behind them. The person on the left wears a dark jacket and blue pants, the person in the center wears a dark jacket and light-colored pants, and the person on the right wears a red jacket over a light outfit while holding a folded item on their lap. Trees, lawns, and landscaped gardens fill the background, creating a park-like setting.
Jorge Camiruaga and Jan Williams outdoors in Montevideo
An outdoor scene shows two people standing on either side of a decorative lamppost in a landscaped park. One person stands on the left holding a folded paper, while the other leans against the lamppost with one hand. Trees, lawns, shrubs, benches, and sunlit pathways fill the background, creating a garden-like setting.
Jorge Camiruaga and students rehearsing for a concert at the Universidad de Montevideo
An indoor stage scene shows four people positioned among a percussion setup. One person stands at a vibraphone or similar keyboard percussion instrument on the left, another with long hair stands near the center, a third in a white shirt holds a pair of drumsticks beside a large concert bass drum, and a fourth is partially visible behind a set of conga drums at the right edge. Music stands, additional percussion instruments, and acoustic wall panels are visible, suggesting a rehearsal or performance setting.
Jan Williams, Jorge Camiruaga and students rehearsing for a concert at the Universidad de Montevideo
The view from the audience shows a stage where six people stand side by side facing the camera. Music stands are positioned in front of the group, while percussion instruments, including conga drums, a drum set, timpani, and other equipment, are arranged on both sides of the stage. Empty auditorium seats are visible in the foreground, and the stage is framed by acoustic wall panels and overhead lighting.
The view from the audience shows six people standing in a line at the center of a stage. Music stands are positioned in front of the group, while percussion instruments, including a drum set, conga drums, timpani, and other equipment, are arranged on both sides of the stage. The auditorium seats are visible in the foreground, and the stage is framed by large acoustic wall panels and overhead lighting.
An indoor stage scene shows five people standing in a line facing the camera. Music stands are positioned in front of the group, with percussion instruments including drums and timpani visible at both sides of the stage. The people are dressed casually in T-shirts, button-up shirts, and sweaters, and the plain stage backdrop suggests a rehearsal or performance venue.
Jan Williams and students at the Universidad de Montevideo
An indoor scene shows a small group of people seated around a table. An older person with white hair, seen from behind, gestures while speaking to several younger people seated across the table. A large percussion instrument occupies the foreground, partially obscuring the view, while chairs, a piano, and a plain wall are visible in the room, suggesting a rehearsal, classroom, or workshop setting.
Jan Williams, students, and percussionists at the Universidad de Montevideo
An indoor scene shows a group of people seated and standing in a rehearsal or classroom space. One person stands at the left reading from a sheet of paper while others sit nearby, including a person in a blue shirt near the center and another in a red sweater at the right. Conga drums, chairs, tables with bottles and cups, and other percussion instruments are arranged throughout the room. Several people are seen from behind in the foreground, suggesting an audience or workshop setting.
Jan Williams and percussionists at the Universidad de Montevideo
An indoor rehearsal or performance scene shows four people standing among percussion instruments and music stands. One person stands at the left near a music stand, two stand together near the center, and another stands at the right beside a large concert bass drum. Audience members are partially visible in the foreground, and the room has plain white walls with recessed ceiling lights, suggesting a workshop, rehearsal, or ensemble discussion.
Jan Williams and three students at the Universidad de Montevideo
An indoor scene shows a person leaning over a wooden table to write or sign a document. Another person stands behind the table watching, while additional people stand to the left and an older seated person holding papers is partially visible at the right edge. The room has plain walls, a large whiteboard or projection screen, and chairs arranged around the space, suggesting a classroom, workshop, or rehearsal setting.
Jan Williams sitting at a desk at the Universidad de Montevideo
An indoor scene shows a person seated on a chair holding a sheet of paper and looking toward the camera. A wooden table with instrument cases or bags sits to the left, while a red-painted staircase with wooden steps rises behind the seated person. White walls, arched architectural details, and additional furnishings suggest a rehearsal, classroom, or performance venue.
Eberhard Blum, Jan Williams, and Han de Vries rehearsing Morton Feldman's Instruments 3
An indoor stage scene shows three people positioned among music stands and percussion instruments against a dark backdrop. One person sits at an electronic keyboard on the left, another sits facing a music stand in the foreground, and a third stands near percussion instruments, appearing to adjust or prepare equipment. Chairs, music stands, and additional percussion instruments are arranged across the stage, suggesting a rehearsal or performance setup.
Group shot of Jan Williams, Jorge Camiruaga and students in Montevideo
An indoor group portrait shows sixteen people arranged in two rows, with nine standing in the back and seven seated or kneeling in the front. The central person in the back row wears a light blue shirt, while the others wear a mix of casual shirts, T-shirts, jeans, and sweaters. The group stands in front of a large white projection screen or wall in a room with exposed ceiling beams and track lighting, suggesting a classroom, workshop, or rehearsal space.
Jan Williams and four students in Montevideo
An indoor scene shows an older person with a white beard and glasses standing near the center, looking down at something held or placed below eye level. Several other people are seen from behind surrounding the central figure, suggesting they are gathered around a shared document or object. The room has plain walls with a doorway and a partially visible red staircase in the background.
Jan Williams teaching students in Montevideo
An indoor scene shows a group of people gathered in a room with wood-paneled walls and exposed ceiling beams. An older person on the left gestures toward a seated group while another person standing nearby holds a sheet of paper. Several younger people sit on chairs listening, while others stand around the edges of the room observing. Papers are visible in some people's hands, suggesting a workshop, rehearsal, or classroom discussion.
Jan Williams and Jorge Camiruaga teaching students in Montevideo
An indoor scene shows a group of people in a rehearsal or classroom space. One person stands near the center facing a seated group, while another person stands at a music stand on the left. Several people sit on chairs holding sheets of paper, and others stand along the right side of the room observing. A tall wooden ladder leans against the wall, a white support column divides the room, and a large green backdrop with a red abstract design hangs in the background.
Jorge Camiruaga teaching students in Montevideo
An indoor scene shows a group of people seated on chairs in a rehearsal or classroom setting, most holding and reading printed sheets. A grand piano is visible at the back of the room, while one person stands near the rear with a guitar or similar stringed instrument. Additional people are seated and standing around the room, and exposed ceiling beams, wood-paneled walls, and stage-like flooring suggest a workshop or rehearsal environment.
Jan Williams and two students in Montevideo
An indoor scene shows two people standing beside a long table against a white wall, appearing to arrange or discuss materials. On the right side of the room, another person stands at a music stand holding papers near a tall wooden ladder leaning against the wall. A large white support column divides the room, and chairs, wood-paneled flooring, and exposed ceiling beams suggest a rehearsal, workshop, or classroom setting.
Jan Williams and Jorge Camiruaga eating outdoors in Montevideo
An outdoor café scene shows two people seated at a table in the foreground, with one wearing sunglasses and the other wearing a jacket and smiling toward the camera. Several other people sit at nearby tables under large white umbrellas. Trees, landscaped greenery, and café seating fill the background, creating a shaded outdoor dining area.
Jan Williams and Jorge Camiruaga in Montevideo
An indoor scene shows two people seated next to each other at a table against a plain white wall. The person on the left wears glasses and a pink-and-white plaid short-sleeved shirt, while the person on the right wears glasses and a blue-and-white checkered long-sleeved shirt. The room has a ceiling with recessed lighting and linear ceiling panels, giving the setting the appearance of a meeting, classroom, or conference space.