While some might argue "chivalry is dead", the songs written by troubadours and knights-errant have lingered to this day. On May 31st at 4 pm, at Crestwood Christian Church, Musick's Company will explore those themes in our 2026 spring concert: "Medieval Chivalry: Tales of Knights and Courtly Love". To make sure you're ready, keep reading and learn all about how these "songs of love" communicate the norms and values of medieval times.

The Kentucky Derby, perhaps the largest and most extravagant event in our state, is taking place right now! The Derby is the longest continually held sporting event in America, and it is one of the most prestigious horse races in the world, boasting spectacular pageantry, luxury and thrills. However, horses and equestrianism has played a role in society long before Kentucky even existed. In the Renaissance, these beautiful animals appeared in a variety of events.

Courtly love -- a concept that has fed into thousands of books, poems, movies and even video games. The phrase calls to mind the image of a gallant knight in shining armor, submitting himself heart and soul to a beautiful noblewoman of peerless character. However, there's more to courtly love than meets the eye. This May, Musick's Company will explore love, warfare and nobility in our next concert, "Medieval Chivalry: Tales of Knights and Courtly Love", but for now, join us a

On June 15th, 2025, Musick's Company presented "Tomorrow is the Marriage Day", a collection of music dedicated to celebrating the joys of love and marriage. One of the largest portions of this performance centered around a spectacular historical event: the marriage of Cosimo I Medici and Eleanora of Toledo in 1539. Though the couple united under the auspices of political advantage, they also did so out of a mutual respect and love that defined their partnership until death.