He was perhaps the greatest genius in music history, later eclipsed, if at all, only by the child prodigy Mozart. Yet Johann Sebastian Bach not only gifted posterity with numerous musical masterpieces, but also with several sons, some of whom followed in their all-powerful father's footsteps. First and foremost, Carl Philipp Emanuel, Johann Sebastian Bach's second eldest son, whose "sensitive" style made him the most popular Bach of the second half of the 18th century—while Johann Sebastian Bach's eldest son, Wilhelm Friedemann, was famous during his lifetime primarily for his phenomenal improvisational skills on all keyboard instruments. When Asya Fateyeva and her fellow musicians perform Baroque sonatas by the Bach dynasty, they do so on an instrument that Bach himself could not have even known, for the saxophone was not invented until the 19th century. When the saxophonist approaches early music on a comparatively modern instrument, she does so in the spirit of Bach: He was not only interested in the compositional possibilities of new or improved instruments such as the "Well-Tempered Clavier," but was also extremely flexible in instrumentation questions in his masterful compositions.

Bach geniuses

CityPalais

Bach's Third Brandenburg Concerto is full of charm and virtuosic lightness. Fast, playful rhythms and tension-filled exchanges between the strings and the continuo ensure pure listening pleasure. With a Piano Concerto No. 9 in E-flat major, also known as the "Jeunehomme Concerto," Mozart demonstrates his genius in handling the piano as a solo instrument: The first movement begins with a powerful dialogue between the orchestra and the soloist, setting the tone for the entire concerto. Particularly in the second movement, Mozart's ability to lead melodies is evident, while the finale creates a lively and spirited atmosphere. In addition to these highlights of the Baroque and Classical periods, the premiere of a short piece by the sixteen-year-old Georgian composer Tsotne Zedginidze will be performed in this concert by the Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, with Zedginidze also appearing as a soloist on the piano.

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Brandenburg Concert

Palace of Culture

Principal Flute of the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra since January 2024, SFCM faculty Yubeen Kim has been praised worldwide for his musical prowess and a tone described as "unimaginably rich [and] robust at its heart," (SF Chronicle). 

Yubeen Kim, flute

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

Frisson features the best and brightest of classical music's stars! The group showcases emerging young artists as well as seasoned professionals and has skyrocketed to become one of the leading musical groups. Frisson performs engaging programs for winds, piano trio and piano quartet programs, as well as popular programs featuring music by such composers as Gershwin and Piazzolla. The ensemble performs in over 25 cities annually including appearances in such diverse venues as the Morgan Library and Museum in New York City, for the Da Camera Society in Los Angeles and at the Bermuda Festival.

Frisson Ensemble

United Methodist Church Ridgecrest

Undergraduate Performance Seminar students of Susan Dunn-Rachleff

Alice Pratt Brown Hall

Experience the sublime beauty of Schubert's Trout Quintet at the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. This enchanting performance is set to take place at the prestigious Alice Tully Hall, located at 1941 Broadway at W 65th St, New York, NY 10023, on Friday and Sunday, March 28 & 30, 2025. The concert promises an unforgettable evening, spanning 2 hours, including an intermission, showcasing not only Schubert's genius for melody and lyricism but also a unique combination of instruments that adds a rich depth to the chamber music experience.

The program features a carefully curated selection of classical masterpieces, beginning with Wilhelm Friedemann Bach's Fugue in F minor for Violin, Viola, and Cello, followed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Adagio and Fugue in C minor for Strings, K. 546, and Quartet in E-flat major for Piano, Violin, Viola, and Cello, K. 493. The highlight of the evening, Franz Schubert's Quintet in A major for Piano, Violin, Viola, Cello, and Bass, D. 667, "Trout," promises to captivate the audience with its lyrical beauty and innovative instrumentation.

The performance will feature an ensemble of world-renowned musicians, including Wu Han on piano, Julian Rhee and Arnaud Sussmann on violins, Paul Neubauer on viola, Sterling Elliott on cello, and Anthony Manzo on double bass. Each artist brings their unique talent and passion to the stage, contributing to a rich, immersive listening experience.

Tickets for this exquisite performance are not yet on sale but will be available soon. Those interested in attending are encouraged to mark their calendars and stay tuned for the ticket release to secure their seats for this must-see event. Join us for an evening of breathtaking music at one of New York City's most celebrated venues, and let the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center transport you through the evocative landscapes of Schubert's Trout Quintet.

Schubert's Trout Quintet

Lincoln Center

The Bach Dynasty

Rustaveli National Theatre

IV. Haydneum Autumn Festival, Anna Besson & Jean Rondeau Bach Evening

Károlyi-Csekonics Palace

Iranian-American musician Mahan Esfahani is a harpsichordist for the 21st century. With a lifelong determination to bring his instrument the modern-day prominence it deserves, he combines scholarly insights with dazzling drama in his performances of music old and new. He is the winner of several prominent awards for his playing, including the Wigmore Medal from Wigmore Hall, London.

Mahan Esfahani

The Queen's Hall

Den danske stjernesolist Andrea Brantelid og Concerto Copenhagen vil, under ledelse af Lars Ulrik Mortensen, dykke ned i en tid, hvor barokken karakteristiske træk bliver erstattet af nye innovationer.

Koncerten viser et vendepunkt i musikhistorien, hvor vi bevæger os fra barokken med musik af Georg Philipp Telemann, over Bachsønnen Wilhelm Friedemann Bach, til den wienerklassiske musiks ”faderskikkelse”, Joseph Haydn.

Stavanger Festival: Times of transition - Andreas Brantelid & Concerto Copenhagen

St. Petri Church, Stavanger

Departmental Recitals showcase performance departments through its students. Featuring various students and repertoire, and curated by the faculty, performances in this recital highlight SFCM programs and the wide range of study. 

Woodwind Chamber Music Recital

The BBC Philharmonic returns to Malvern with celebrated international violin soloist/conductor Rachel Podger in a programme of music from the second half of the eighteenth century.

The BBC Philharmonic with Rachel Podger

Malvern Theatres

This afternoon, the BBC Philharmonic welcomes celebrated international violin soloist and director Rachel Podger for a programme of music from the eighteenth century.

Eighteenth Century gems with Rachel Podger

MediaCityUK

In a program where music evolves from work to work, all roads lead to Mendelssohn, who assimilated and combined the best of his predecessors during the midst of the Romantic era. The wit of Haydn, the strength of Beethoven, and the lyricism of Schubert all found a home in Mendelssohn’s prolific pen. Join us for an exciting journey from the elegant Age of Reason into the turbulent 19th century.

Madison, NJ

Drew University

With the death of Johann Sebastian Bach in 1750, shortly after he completed his Musical Offering, the Baroque era began transitioning to the Classical style. Among its leaders were Bach’s immensely talented sons, whose works in this program pay respect to tradition while establishing a fresh, popular musical aesthetic.

Bach and Sons: Passing the Torch

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts

With the death of Johann Sebastian Bach in 1750, shortly after he completed his Musical Offering, the Baroque era began transitioning to the Classical style. Among its leaders were Bach’s immensely talented sons, whose works in this program pay respect to tradition while establishing a fresh, popular musical aesthetic. 

Wilhelm Friedemann Bach

Events

Upcoming events

Oct 17 - Dec 12, 2026

Madison, NJ · Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

Dec 11, 2026

Bach and Sons: Passing the Torch · Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

Dec 12, 2026

Madison, NJ Bach and Sons: Passing the Torch · Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

Dec 15, 2026 - Apr 24, 2027

Kansas City, MO · Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

Past events

Feb 8, 2026

Bach geniuses · Duisburger Philharmoniker

Jan 25, 2026

Brandenburg Concert · Dresdner Philharmonie

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