Composer

Michael Schönheit

Gewandhaus

Celebrate the holiday season with the Albany Symphony as they present the "Nicky Sohn Holiday Mozart & Vivaldi" concert. This enchanting evening of classical music is scheduled for Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at the prestigious Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, located at 30 2nd Street, Troy, NY, 12180, United States.

Under the baton of David Alan Miller, the concert will feature a lineup of exceptional talent, including guitarist Bokyung Byun and oboists Karen Hosmer & Grace Shryock. The program promises a night of auditory delight with pieces from classical giants such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "Eine Kleine Nachtmusik" and Symphony No. 35, Haffner; Johann Sebastian Bach's Sinfonia from the Christmas Oratorio; the world premiere of Nicky Sohn's Guitar Concerto; and Antonio Vivaldi's Concerto for Two Oboes.

Individual tickets will go on sale in early fall 2024, with subscriptions available now. Ensure your spot for this must-attend event in the classical music calendar.

For those concerned about parking and accessibility, rest assured that all parking is free on nights and weekends in the City of Troy. Free parking is also available at the State Street Parking Garage, just a short 2-minute walk from the venue. The venue is equipped to offer large-print programs and assistive listening devices upon request. Additionally, a safe and convenient concert shuttle service from Delmar is available for $20 round-trip, enhancing your concert experience without the hassle of driving.

Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of classical music during the holiday season with the Albany Symphony's "Nicky Sohn Holiday Mozart & Vivaldi" concert.

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Nicky Sohn + Holiday Mozart & Vivaldi

Troy Savings Bank Music Hall

Christmas concert

Konzerthalle im Kurpark

A sublime concert of carols and seasonal classics, staged in an evocative candle-lit style setting.

Candlelit Carols

Barbican Centre

Under the artistic direction of Harry Bicket, The English Concert has earned a reputation for combining urgency, passion and fire with precision, delicacy and beauty. The ensemble's festive programme culminates in Bach's first major liturgical composition on a Latin text, with Christmas interpolations.

The English Concert; Harry Bicket; Lucy Crowe soprano; Katie Bray soprano; Jess Dandy alto; James Way tenor; Morgan Pearse bass

Wigmore Hall

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic

Ruth Reinhardt was educated in both the violin and in the children's choir at the opera in Saarbrücken, and conducted other young people in an opera she had composed herself when she was only 17. She has conducted many orchestras in the United States and Europe; orchestras that know the broad repertoire, but also manage to create the slender sound we now associate with baroque music.  It is mastered by Ruth Reinhardt, who has been praised for, among other things, that

Bach's Christmas Oratorio

Kristkirkens

Løgumkloster Kirke

Alsion

It is probably the best-known composition of Baroque music: the famous "Air" by Johann Sebastian Bach. As a slow movement, it is part of the Orchestral Suite No. 3, which Bach, like Suite No. 4, probably composed for the court music in Köthen. Bach evidently valued these compilations of festive overtures and dance movements so much that he traveled several times with copies of the suites in his luggage. Bach's only setting of the Latin Magnificat text originally dates from his first year as Thomaskantor. With this magnificent composition, Bach wanted to demonstrate his skills and impress the Leipzig audience - which he probably succeeded in doing. Vivaldi supposedly composed faster than his copyists could copy. One of his many Concerti con molti strumenti is the masterfully composed G minor Concerto RV 576. Julian Shevlin and Andrey Godik, two members of the Munich Philharmonic, take on the solo parts. This baroque program is directed by Andrea Marcon, a proven specialist in historical performance practice.

Bach Vivaldi

Gasteig HP8

A legendary figure in the establishment and development of the Early Music movement, Jordi Savall has contributed as much as any individual to the current popularity of works from the distant past. He brings with him the ensemble he founded 50 years ago, and which retains the sheer vitality and explorative excellence that has marked his entire career. The programme celebrates a tradition of consort music that lasted for two centuries and traversed many countries – with English composers notable for their prominence.

Jordi Savall director, treble viol; Hespèrion XXI

Jordi Savall director, treble viol; Hespèrion XXI Book now

Baroque specialist Nicholas McGegan curates a heartwarming Christmas program, featuring excerpts from the festive Music for the Royal Fireworks. Georg Friedrich Händel composed this suite to commemorate the Peace of Aix-la-Chapelle, ending the War of Austrian Succession. Soprano Sunhae Im delights with her satin voice in perhaps the most famous baroque aria: the poignant and immortal Lascia ch’io pianga. Engaging in dialogue with jubilant trumpets, Im performs arias by Bach and Händel. Stepping briefly outside the Baroque, Franz Schubert allows the renowned soprano to converse with the clarinet. Michael Haydn, Joseph's younger brother, paints a charming Christmas scene with his Pastorello. Begin the festive season with baroque splendor in the comfortable ambiance and sparkling acoustics of the Queen Elisabeth Hall.

Antwerp Symphony Orchestra Christmas Gala

Queen Elisabeth Hall

Ahead of two performances at Wigmore Hall, one of the most exceptional figures in today’s music world, Jordi Savall, with Hesperion XXI the ensemble he founded 50 years ago, brings Irish audiences a rousing programme of Fantasies, Battles and Dances. The programme performed by these captivating artists celebrates the golden age of European Consort Music that lasted for two centuries and traversed many countries – with English composers notable for their prominence. Passion and creativity with world-class scholarship guaranteed!

Jordi Savall & Hesperion XXI - Wigmore Series Dublin

Royal Irish Academy of Music

Christmas program with the brass players of the NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra: On December 17th they will play works by Bach, Howarth and Humperdinck in the Recital Hall of the Elbphilharmonie.

Chamber music: Christmas concert of the brass players of the NDR EO

Elbphilharmonie Hamburg

### The Brandenburg Concertos by The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

**Date and Time:**  
Monday, December 16, 2024, at 7:30 PM

**Venue:**  
Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall on the campus of Princeton University

**Event Overview:**  
Join The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center for an enchanting evening as they perform Johann Sebastian Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos. Hailed by the New Yorker as "joyous, effervescent, and yes, festive," this concert promises to immerse you in the unparalleled beauty of Bach’s compositions. Known for their exceptional performances, the Society will bring to life Bach’s captivating melodies, unmatched mastery, and musical ingenuity.

**Program:**  
- Brandenburg Concerto No. 6 in B-flat major, BWV 1051
- Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F major, BWV 1046
- Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D major, BWV 1050

**Intermission**

- Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G major, BWV 1049
- Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G major, BWV 1048
- Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F major, BWV 1047

**Tickets:**  
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Dive into the festive spirit and experience the timeless beauty of Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos with The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center.

The Brandenburg Concertos

Princeton University

Christmas classics and more in the Rolf Liebermann Studio: Brass players from the NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra will play works by Bach, Howarth and Humperdinck on December 16th.

Chamber music in the RLS: Christmas concert of the brass players

 Rolf-Liebermann-Studio

Juhui Choi, Violin

The Juilliard School

Arcangelo Corelli's Christmas concert is as much a part of the festivities as biscuits and candlelight. It consists of six contrasting, short movements, of which the last movement, the "Pastorale", is particularly catchy: it is easy to imagine that the shepherds played the catchy lullaby in 12/8 time as a serenade for the sleeping Christ Child, while the star of..

Guest Concert

Rheingoldhalle Mainz

The Oakland Choral Society and Artistic Director, Andrew Neer, join Macomb Symphony in a marvelous celebration of Bach and your favorite Holiday Pops movie titles!

Bach to the Holiday Pops

Macomb Center for the Performing Arts

Experience the musical brilliance of the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of Music Director Andreas Delfs in a captivating Sunday Matinee at Naz Series concert. This performance will feature the timeless works of Johann Sebastian Bach, with a special focus on his Orchestral Suite No. 1 in C Major, BWV 1066. The concert will also include Arthur Butterworth's evocative Romanza and Franz Schubert's Symphony No. 6 in C Major, creating a rich tapestry of classical music.

The event will showcase the exceptional talents of horn soloist Michael Stevens, alongside the RPO's woodwind and brass musicians, who will serve as guest artists. This concert promises an immersive experience, highlighting the intricate beauty and enduring legacy of Bach's compositions. The performance is designed to offer a deep appreciation of classical music, making it a perfect occasion for both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers to the genre.

Set in the acoustically refined Beston Hall at Nazareth University's Glazer Music Performance Center, the concert provides an ideal setting to enjoy these masterful works. The Sunday Matinee at Naz Series is known for its growing popularity, reflecting the community's love for high-quality orchestral performances. This event is part of a broader season that celebrates the rich history and future of the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, supported by esteemed sponsors and community foundations.

Bach & Schubert

Glazer Music Performance Center

Join your Macomb Symphony and Music Director Andrew Neer in a celebration of the Holidays starting with Bach, Magnificat, and ending with your Holiday movie favorites!

Macomb Symphony Orchestra

Christmas Oratorio

St George's Church

Launched in 2002, this wonderful event has delighted audiences for over 20 years with its music, festive fare and wine and the magical atmosphere in this beautiful historic venue made seasonal with twinkling lights and Christmas trees.

Orchestra Pro Anima at Berkeley Castle

Berkeley Castle

Join your Macomb Symphony and Music Director Andrew Neer in a celebration of the Holidays starting with Bach, Magnificat, and ending with your Holiday movie favorites!!

Bach To The Holiday Movies

Splendor? Gloria! It couldn't be more festive and magnificent in sound: with concentrated trumpet power, we're getting in the mood for Christmas this year in opulent baroque style. The Nuremberg Symphony Orchestra and its trumpeters, together with trumpet superstar Reinhold Friedrich and an ensemble of master students of the sought-after university professor, form an impressive trumpet septet. Big names of composers are on the program, but also those that are mainly familiar to early music fans, such as Heinrich Ignaz, Franz Biber and Johann Samuel Endler. At the podium: the young conductor Valentin Egel, GMD at the Croatian National Theater Rijeka since 2021. A Christmas concert with drums and trumpets, splendor and glory!

Christmas Glory With 7 Trumpets

Meistersingerhalle

"Rejoice, be glad!" sings the choir at the beginning, ushering in the Advent season for many every year. With rousing choirs, atmospheric solos and contemplative chorales, Bach's Christmas Oratorio finds a tone and gesture that delights audiences and singers alike and has made the work a favorite piece during the Christmas season. A star cast of soloists, the WDR Radio Choir, the WDR Symphony Orchestra and the charismatic conductor Simon Halsey allow the great music to unfold its full radiance and together tell a timeless story of peace on earth.

Bach: Christmas Oratorio

Cologne Philharmonie

Arcangelo Corelli's Christmas concert is as much a part of the festivities as biscuits and candlelight. It consists of six contrasting, short movements, of which the last movement, the "Pastorale", is particularly catchy: it is easy to imagine that the shepherds played the catchy lullaby in 12/8 time as a serenade for the sleeping Christ Child, while the star of...

Konzerthaus Karlsruhe

Join us for this delightful holiday celebration as we present two spirited afternoon concerts of classical chamber music in the English Gothic Revival architecture of Emmanuel Church. The dynamic ensemble Frisson, featuring young master musicians led by oboist Thomas Gallant, will perform seasonal favorites including the Nutcracker Suite, Vivaldi’s “Winter,” Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 4, Carol of the Bells, a Christmas Jazz Suite, and traditional carols. Following the concert, ring in the holidays with a festive reception graciously hosted by the Vestry of Emmanuel Church.

Classical Christmas with Frisson

Emmanuel Church Newport

Randers Chamber Orchestra plays Christmas and winter music from the time when Bach wrote his Christmas Oratorio and Handel composed Messiah. With the young German soprano Marlene Metzger and the Chinese violinist Mo Yi as soloists, the concert includes works such as Winter from Vivaldi's The Four Seasons and the Italian Scarlatti's Pastoral Cantata for the Nativity of Our Lord. The program also includes Corelli's Christmas Concerto and Bach's Cantata No. 51 for soprano, orchestra and solo trumpet.

Baroque Christmas

St Martin's Church Randers

"Rejoice, be glad!" sings the choir at the beginning, and for many, this heralds the start of Advent every year. With rousing choirs, atmospheric solos and contemplative chorales, Bach's Christmas Oratorio finds a tone and gesture that delights audiences and singers alike and has made the work a favorite at Christmas time. A star cast of soloists, the WDR Radio Choir, the WDR Symphony Orchestra and the charismatic conductor Simon Halsey allow the great music to unfold its full radiance and together tell a timeless story of peace on earth.

Bach: Weihnachtsoratorium

Museum Ludwig

GewandhausChor, camerata lipsiensis, Gregor Meyer conductor , Johanna Kaldewei soprano , Nicole Pieper alto , Shimon Yoshida tenor , Wolf Matthias Friedrich bass

**Event: Brandenburg Concertos - Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center**

**Dates:** Friday, December 13 - Tuesday, December 17, 2024

**Venue:** Alice Tully Hall, 1941 Broadway at W 65th St, New York, NY 10023

**Duration:** 2 hours 15 minutes, including intermission

**Overview:**
Experience the pinnacle of Baroque music with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center's iconic holiday tradition - a performance of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos. This much-anticipated event showcases all six concertos, bringing to life the rich textures and vibrant melodies that have captivated audiences for centuries. Under the roof of the prestigious Alice Tully Hall, this series promises an unforgettable journey through the masterworks of Johann Sebastian Bach.

**Performers:**
- Kenneth Weiss, Harpsichord
- Chad Hoopes, Violin
- James Thompson, Violin
- Aaron Boyd, Violin/Piccolo Violin
- Daniel Phillips, Violin/Viola
- Paul Neubauer, Viola
- Milena Pájaro-van de Stadt, Viola
- Dmitri Atapine, Cello
- Inbal Segev, Cello
- Jonathan Swensen, Cello
- Blake Hinson, Double Bass
- Sooyun Kim, Flute
- Tara Helen O'Connor, Flute
- Randall Ellis, Oboe
- James Austin Smith, Oboe
- Stephen Taylor, Oboe
- Marc Goldberg, Bassoon
- Julia Pilant, Horn
- Hugo Valverde, Horn
- David Washburn, Trumpet

**Program:**
The concert will feature all six Brandenburg Concertos (BWV 1046-1051), composed by Johann Sebastian Bach in 1720. Each concerto showcases a variety of instruments in rich, intricate interplay, highlighting the unique qualities of the baroque musical style.

**Tickets:** Available for purchase. Choose from multiple performance dates to enjoy this timeless music.

**Additional Information:**
- This event is a highlight of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center's season, bringing together an exceptional ensemble of musicians.
- Attendees are encouraged to arrive early to find seating and explore the venue.
- For more details on tickets and subscriptions, visit the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center's website.

Join us for a mesmerizing evening of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos, a celebration of baroque music that promises to be a highlight of the holiday season.

Brandenburg Concertos

Lincoln Center

Continuing our annual holiday tradition, the SPCO presents Johann Sebastian Bach’s most cherished set of orchestral works, the Brandenburg Concertos. Artistic Partner Richard Egarr leads these enduring Baroque masterpieces with the virtuosity of the SPCO musicians on full display as soloists in five of the six concerti.

Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos with Richard Egarr

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts

The Grammy Award nominated British vocal ensemble makes its Koerner Hall debut with a special Christmas concert.

Touring globally, VOCES8 performs an extensive repertory both in its a cappella concerts and in collaborations with leading musicians, orchestras, conductors, and soloists. Versatility and a celebration of diverse musical expression are central to the ensemble’s performance and education ethos which is shared both online and in person.

Voces8

The Royal Conservatory of Music

Arcangelo Corelli's Christmas concert is as much a part of the festivities as cookies and candlelight. It consists of six contrasting, short movements, of which the last movement, the "Pastorale", is particularly catchy: it is easy to imagine that the shepherds played the catchy lullaby in 12/8 time as a serenade for the sleeping Christ Child, while the Star of Bethlehem illuminated the scene.  

Backnanger Bürgerhaus

Bach mal anders: Christmas Escape Room

Immerse yourself in the majestic world of classical music with "Le Concert D’Astrée" at the prestigious Auditorio Nacional de Música de Madrid. This enchanting evening, scheduled for Thursday, 12th December 2024, at 19:30h, promises to be a memorable journey through the works of Haendel and Bach under the Serie Barbieri of the Ibermúsica 2024-2025 season.

The program for the night features Haendel's "Música acuática, Suite en Re," "Música acuática, Suite en Fa," and "Música para los Reales fuegos artificiales," alongside Bach's "Suite orquestal en Re Mayor." These compositions, known for their intricate beauty and emotional depth, will be brought to life under the baton of the renowned conductor Emmanuelle Haïm, leading the acclaimed ensemble Le Concert D’Astrée.

This event is not just a concert but an experience, set in one of Madrid's most iconic venues, ensuring an evening of unparalleled acoustic delight. Tickets are inclusive of a 10% VAT, excluding handling fees, and are subject to Ibermúsica's conditions, including their policy on modifications, cancellations, and refunds.

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a sublime musical journey. Secure your seats and enjoy the benefits of subscribing to Ibermúsica 24/25, including preferred seating, flexible payment options, and free cancellation. For more information and to pre-order season subscriptions, contact Ibermúsica at 34 91 426 03 97, available Monday to Thursday from 10h to 18h, and Friday from 10h to 14h.

Prepare to be transported through the evocative landscapes painted by the masterful compositions of Haendel and Bach, performed by one of the most esteemed ensembles in the classical music world.

Le Concert D’Astrée - B4

National Music Auditorium

What could be better than a concert that features Part One of Bach's scintillating "Christmas Oratorio" and the Christmas portion of Handel's timeless Messiah, all within a perfect program for family and friends? The finely tuned voices of the American Bach Choir and the polished sheen of sonorities brought by American Bach's period-instrument orchestra soar within the majestic interior of San Francisco’s Nob Hill landmark.

A Baroque Christmas

Grace Cathedral

Rejoice, be glad! Bach's Christmas Oratorio is as much a part of the holidays as mulled wine and the Advent wreath. In this concert, however, the audience must actively help to experience the popular and famous Christmas music: the appropriate music will only be heard if the puzzles of the exclusive Bach Escape Room game are solved.

Bach with a twist: Christmas Escape Room | WDR@Philharmonie

The rich harmonies and musical invention of Bach are just perfect for the holiday season, and in this concert you’ll hear two of his Advent cantatas, including the famous Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben (Heart and mouth and deed and life). You’ll certainly recognize its beautiful and gentle melodies. Alongside the music of Bach are two works by his contemporary Graupner, music of great grace and elegance.

A Bach Christmas

First Congregational Church of Berkeley

War Memorial and Performing Arts Center

Stanford University

Public Dress Rehearsal

Pfalzbau Ludwigshafen

Ever since the 1970s, the artistry of pianist Kathryn Stott has won the hearts of audiences and colleagues alike. Now she’s decided to retire, and for this, her very last public concert, she comes home to the place where it all began: Liverpool. “I have enjoyed the most wonderful and fulfilling career,” she says. Tonight, Kathy plays the pieces she loves best of all, as she bids farewell to the concert stage and looks forward to a new chapter in a remarkable career.

Musical Postcards: Kathryn Stott’s Final Recital

Yoko Ono Lennon Centre

The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center brings its annual holiday tradition to Chicago. Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos, each written for a different collection of instruments, show off the composer’s endless inventiveness and the musicians’ virtuosity—perfectly encapsulating all that Baroque music can achieve. Celebrate the holiday season with us while taking in all six of these unique, exuberant works.

Harris Theater

In the depths of winter warm your soul and explore a rich selection of music, which weaves between past and present, combining seamlessly to create a beautiful sonic tapestry, in some of Scotland’s most atmospheric settings.

Concerts by Candlelight with Scottish Ensemble

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

One of the most brilliantly distinctive interpreters of our time performs masterpieces by Beethoven, Brahms, and J. S. Bach. Pianist Hélène Grimaud approaches such works with a rare artistic freedom, resulting in performances that are “not merely proficient tours through the repertoire; they are highly personal explorations that can stand out among dozens of rival performances” (The New Yorker). Grimaud has a well-earned reputation for converting fans who are less familiar with this music in addition to longtime aficionados ready to discover new magic in timeless staples.


Hélène Grimaud, Piano

Carnegie Hall

Experience the grandeur of Baroque music like never before at the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center's "Baroque Organ" concert. This exceptional event, set to take place on Sunday and Tuesday, December 8 & 10, 2024, at the prestigious Alice Tully Hall, promises an unforgettable auditory journey through the works of eight Baroque masters.

For two hours, including an intermission, attendees will be treated to a rare opportunity to hear Alice Tully Hall’s magnificent 4,200-pipe organ. This lush and powerful instrument will serve as the centerpiece in a program meticulously curated to showcase its grandiosity. Nine extraordinary artists, including renowned organist Paolo Bordignon, will perform a selection of transcriptions by Bach himself, organ solos featuring a French holiday carol, and more, bringing the rich textures and intricate harmonies of the Baroque era to life.

The program features a diverse range of compositions, from Alessandro Scarlatti's "Three Arias for Trumpet, Oboe, and Organ" to George Frideric Handel's "Concerto in A major for Organ, HWV 307, Op. 7, No. 2". Each piece has been carefully selected to highlight the unique capabilities of the organ, as well as the virtuosity of the performers.

In addition to Bordignon, the concert will feature performances by violinists Benjamin Beilman and Alexander Sitkovetsky, violist Matthew Lipman, cellist Keith Robinson, double bassist Edgar Meyer, oboists James Austin Smith and Juri Vallentin, and trumpeter David Washburn. These acclaimed musicians, each with their own impressive career and contributions to the world of classical music, will come together to create an evening of unparalleled musical excellence.

Located at 1941 Broadway at W 65th St, New York, NY 10023, Alice Tully Hall provides the perfect setting for this musical feast. Its acoustics and intimate atmosphere ensure that every note of the Baroque organ and the ensemble's performance is experienced in its fullest beauty.

Tickets for this not-to-be-missed event are not yet on sale but keep an eye out for their release. This concert is a celebration of Baroque music's enduring beauty and the remarkable talents of today's classical musicians. Join us for an evening that promises to be both enlightening and enchanting, a true testament to the timeless appeal of Baroque music.

Baroque Organ

Deviating slightly from our Music Speaks theme, we will be offering A Baroque Christmas. Our own flute section of Stephanie LUPO & Clara CAPRIOTTI and concertmistress Rebekah COPE-EVERS will be appearing as soloists in J.S. BACH’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G Major. The Kvso Chorus" class="css-u850">KVSO Chorus will perform the entirety of Antonio VIVALDI’s Gloria in D Major as well as selections from G.F. HANDEL’s Messiah. The KVSO will also perform Franz Josef HAYDN’s Symphony No. 96 in D Major “The Miracle” and there will also be an opportunity for audience participation, as singers, during this concert.

Maternity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church

A whole range of stops will be pulled out once again: This time, an experienced and acclaimed organist will be our guest at the keys and pedals of our concert organ, much loved by the audience. Together with strings from the Bamberg Symphony, he will present several works that are wonderfully fitting for this Advent Sunday. The first part is dedicated to baroque music: after three touching solo pieces by Bach, a long-lost concerto for organ and violin by Vivaldi is performed – a particularly melody-laden example of his boundless artistry. In the second part, Tomaž Sevšek offers a foray into other musical realms – including a work composed in 1951 by his compatriot Primož Ramovš, whose numerous organ pieces have only rarely been performed in Germany to date. Portuguese composer João Pedro Oliveira is a versatile and award-winning composer: »Persistent Particles« from 2021 experiments with the tonal and technical possibilities of the organ in a fascinating manner. Schumann rented a pedal keyboard for his grand piano in 1845, which gave him and his wife Clara »much delight«. One of the results was the intimate study for pedal piano – in which Schumann expressed his spiritual and compositional affinity with Bach. The French composer Alexandre Guilmant expressed his fondness for the German Romantic composer in his atmospheric work »Final alla Schumann« in 1893.

Organ Concert: Tomaž Sevšek

Bamberg Concert Hall

Grammy-winner Jason Vieaux, “among the elite of today’s classical guitarists” (Gramophone), is described by NPR as “perhaps the most precise and soulful classical guitarist of his generation”.

Jason Vieaux – Guitar

Sedona Performing Arts Center

Nicholas McGegan, a titan in the field of early music interpretation, guides the BSO and a team of all-star vocalists through Bach’s Christmas Oratorio, followed by one of the composer’s most beloved orchestral works. Corelli’s concerto, written for Christmas Eve, contemplates the wonder and quiet splendor of the night before, while Vivaldi’s setting of the hymn, “Gloria in excelsis Deo,” welcomes the vocalists back to deliver some of Baroque music’s most iconic and inspired melodies. 

Spirit of the Season: Bach, Corelli, and Vivaldi

Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall

The Music Center at Strathmore

### Holiday Spectacular Symphony San Jose

**Event Dates and Times:**
- **Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.**
- **Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 2:30 p.m.**

**Location:**
- **California Theatre, San Jose, CA**

**Concert Length:**
- **Approx. 1 hr 55 min. with intermission**

**Artists:**
- **Elena Sharkova, conductor**
- **Nathan Stark, bass-baritone**
- **Symphony San Jose**
- **Symphony San Jose Chorale**
- **Cantabile Youth Singers**
- **New Ballet**

**Program:**
- **J.S. Bach:** Jauchzet, frohlocket from Christmas Oratorio
- **M.Torme/R. Wells:** The Christmas Song
- **G.F. Handel:** See, the Conqu’ring Hero Comes
- **Alan Silvestri:** Polar Express Suite
- **G.F. Handel:** That Trumpet Shall Sound from The Messiah
- **Albert Hague:** You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch
- **Traditional:** 12 Days of Silicon Valley

**About This Performance:**
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at the majestic California Theatre with Symphony San Jose, Symphony San Jose Chorale, Cantabile Youth Singers, New Ballet, and special guests. Rejoice in holiday classics including carols, audience sing-alongs, and the ever-popular "12 Days of Silicon Valley." Include friends and family and make this experience an unforgettable part of your holiday season.

**Pre-Concert Festivities:**
- **Santa's Here:** Join us one hour before the concert for a jolly good time with Santa Claus. Capture the holiday spirit and create lasting memories as you take pictures and share your Christmas wishes with Santa.
- **Beware of the Grinch:** Keep a lookout for the mischievous Grinch who may be lurking around, trying to steal some Christmas cheer. Stay alert for any signs of the Grinch’s sneaky antics.
- **Gingerbread Cookie Decorating:** Unleash your inner pastry artist and decorate your very own gingerbread man with royal icing. This pre-concert festivity will start one hour before the concert and is open to everyone. Note: These cookies are not gluten-free and contain dairy, eggs, and molasses.

**Special Holiday Add-On:**
- Add this event to your "Create Your Own Subscription" for additional savings.

**Tickets:**
- **Purchase Tickets**: [Link to purchase tickets]
- **Subscribe and Save**: [Link to subscription options]

Join us for a magical wonderland at our Holiday Spectacular Concert and make sweet and delicious memories with us!

Holiday Spectacular

California Theatre

Music that can provide tranquility. It may sound contradictory, but that is precisely the goal of Casco Phil's INKEER concerts. Together with a professional meditation specialist, Casco Phil's string quartet offers a counterbalance to our hectic, digital, hyper-fast daily lives. The search for inner peace is timeless, and Casco Phil's string quartet combines music by Johann Sebastian Bach with other greats who get maximum expression from minimal means. In this way, Casco Phil draws a common thread through three centuries of musical tranquility. The crowning glory is the enchanting Spiegel im Spiegel; not only the most performed work by the Estonian composer Arvo Pärt, but also one of the top hits in the Klara Top 100 for years. Together with violinist Elise Bertrand, Casco Phil invites his audience on a meditative journey through history, in search of inner peace and beauty.

Spiegel Im Spiegel (inwardness)

The Cecilia Chorus of New York is a widely recognized, diverse, multigenerational, mixed 150-member chorus that has been enriching New York's musical life since 1906. Each season we perform two major concerts at Carnegie Hall and a third concert at another venue.

Bach And Bernstein

We celebrate the season with a festive and charming Baroque program focused on the flute, featuring works by Telemann, Bach, and more.

Baroque Bounty

Bridgehampton Presbyterian Church

### Event Description: BSO: Baroque Christmas with McGegan

#### Date and Time:
- **Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 8:00 PM**

#### Location:
- **The Music Center at Strathmore**

#### Event Overview:
Join the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra for a magical evening of Baroque music, conducted by the renowned Nicholas McGegan. This festive concert, titled "Baroque Christmas with McGegan," features a selection of timeless pieces that celebrate the spirit of Christmas.

#### Performers:
- **Nicholas McGegan**, Conductor
- **Sherezade Panthaki**, Soprano
- **Diana Moore**, Mezzo-soprano
- **Thomas Cooley**, Tenor
- **Enrico Lagasca**, Bass
- **Handel Choir of Baltimore**

#### Program:
- **BACH**: Cantata No. 1 from Christmas Oratorio
- **BACH**: Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, BWV 1048
- **CORELLI**: Concerto grosso, Op. 6, No. 8, G minor (Christmas Concerto)
- **VIVALDI**: Gloria, RV 589

#### Highlights:
Nicholas McGegan, a titan in early music interpretation, will lead the BSO and a team of all-star vocalists through Bach’s Christmas Oratorio, followed by one of the composer’s most beloved orchestral works. Corelli’s Christmas Concerto, written for Christmas Eve, captures the wonder and quiet splendor of the night before Christmas. The evening concludes with Vivaldi’s Gloria, a hymn that brings the vocalists back to deliver some of Baroque music’s most iconic and inspired melodies.

#### Additional Information:
- **Tickets**: Available for purchase on the BSO website.
- **Note**: This event is not presented by Strathmore.

#### Plan Your Visit:
For more information on planning your visit, including directions, parking, and dining options, please refer to the Strathmore website.

Celebrate the holiday season with an enchanting evening of Baroque masterpieces, brought to life by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and Nicholas McGegan.

Baroque Christmas with McGegan

Like many composers, Bach was greatly influenced by Italy. His encounter with Vivaldi’s music in 1713 at the Weimar Ducal court music library will mark him forever. He was literally mesmerised by this music that can go from a very intimate atmosphere to the most animated virtuosity and started transcribing concertos for solo harpischord. This Italian exuberance will influence such other works by Bach as the Chromatic Fantasy or the Toccatas. The superb Concerto Italiano, written 20 years later, represents the dazzling and stirring synthesis between Bach’s genius and his encounter with Italian music.

Justin Taylor harpsichord

Johann Sebastian Bach's Christmas Oratorio blends the soaring melodies of Baroque music with the joyous spirit of the holiday season. The rich harmonies and intricate counterpoint come together in jubilant choruses and tender arias, narrating and reflecting upon the stories of the Feast of Christmas. Richard Egarr leads the May Festival Chorus and soloists in the timeless glories of music that resonates with the warmth and wonder of Christmas.   

The Geraldine V. Chavez Center for the Choral Arts

Bach heralds the holidays. The Orchestral Suite No. 3 gleams with the sound of trumpets and drums, while the Sinfonia from Christmas Oratorio captures a quiet pastoral beauty. Two SLSO musicians take center stage for concertos: Alejandro Valdepeñas on viola and Ann Choomack on piccolo. Start your December with Baroque splendor in the warmth of Washington University’s distinctive Art Deco building.

St. Louis Symphony: A Baroque Christmas

560 Music Center

Washington University in St. Louis

**Event: Bach Concertos - Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center**

**Date and Time:** Friday, December 6, 2024, at 7:30 pm

**Duration:** 2 hours, including intermission

**Location:** Alice Tully Hall, 1941 Broadway at W 65th St, New York, NY 10023

**Description:**
Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of J.S. Bach's concertos with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center at the iconic Alice Tully Hall. This unforgettable evening marks the opening of our Baroque Festival, showcasing the unparalleled genius of Bach, a composer revered for his mastery across all musical genres. The program features a selection of Bach's concertos, each a testament to his extraordinary skill and creativity.

**Program Highlights:**
- Italian Concerto in F major for Keyboard, BWV 971
- Concerto in A minor for Violin, Strings, and Continuo, BWV 1041
- Concerto in C minor for Oboe, Violin, Strings, and Continuo, BWV 1060R
- Concerto in F minor for Keyboard, Strings, and Continuo, BWV 1056
- Concerto in F major for Oboe, Strings, and Continuo, BWV 1053R
- Concerto in D minor for Two Violins, Strings, and Continuo, BWV 1043

**Featuring:**
- Shai Wosner, Piano/Harpsichord
- Bella Hristova, Violin
- Ani Kavafian, Violin
- Ida Kavafian, Violin
- Cho-Liang Lin, Violin
- Julian Rhee, Violin
- Danbi Um, Violin
- Paul Neubauer, Viola
- James Thompson, Viola
- Timothy Eddy, Cello
- Anthony Manzo, Double Bass
- Juri Vallentin, Oboe

**Tickets:** Available for purchase. Choose from the available dates and secure your spot for this mesmerizing performance.

**More Information:** For further details on the event, artists, and to buy tickets, visit the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center's official website.

Join us for an evening of exquisite music that continues to resonate through the ages, performed by some of the most talented musicians of our time. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a musical journey that celebrates the legacy of Johann Sebastian Bach.

Bach Concertos

The clavichord instrument emerged in the 1400’s, as referenced to an instrument owned by John II, the Good King of France, called an eschiquier, which resembled an organ, but operated by means of strings, according to writings of the king’s doctor, Henri Arnaut. The word “Clavichord” appeared in German writings during this time, and a German altar-carving from 1425 depicts the instrument. Like the harpsichord, it combined the keyboard of the organ, but incorporated the hammers striking strings found in the Renaissance dulcimer. By the Baroque era, the clavichord had become the predominant practice instrument and compositional tool for composers. Sound is created when brass strings are struck by tangents, which are small metal blades. Because of the instrument’s size and construction, it could not produce a sound loud enough to be used for performance outside of private home concerts.

The Art of the Touch

Salmagundi Club

The Art of the Touch program features a rare William Hyman French double harpsichord and Hass/Robert Van Brandt clavichord. Performers are Avi Stein, Masayuki Maki, Chaeyung Park, & Sandra Miller, flauto traverso. Program features: Couperin Pièces de clavecin; C.P.E. Bach Sonata for obbligato flute; J.S. Bach Chromatic Fantasy; Messiaen, Ligeti, and female composer Ana Sokolovic.

American Classical Orchestra

### Event Description: Bach Reimagined - Minnesota Orchestra

**Event Title:** Bach Reimagined

**Dates:** Thursday, December 5, 2024, and Friday, December 6, 2024

**Venue:** Orchestra Hall, 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403

**Duration:** 2 hours, including intermission

**Event Overview:**
Join the Minnesota Orchestra for an extraordinary evening as they present "Bach Reimagined," featuring the virtuoso mandolinist Avi Avital. This concert explores the timeless and universal appeal of Bach's music, reinterpreted for the modern symphony orchestra. Avital, known for his passionate and charismatic performances, will showcase his exceptional talent by performing concertos originally written for harpsichord and violin, now transcribed for the mandolin.

**Program:**
- **MAHLER:** Bach Suite
- **PÄRT:** If Bach Had Been a Beekeeper
- **BACH:** Concerto in F minor, BWV 1056 (trans. for mandolin)
- **BACH:** Concerto in A minor, BWV 1041 (trans. for mandolin)
- **JOLAS:** Letters from Bachville
- **BACH/Elgar:** Fantasia and Fugue in C minor
- **BACH/Stokowski:** Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme
- **BACH/Stokowski:** Ein feste Burg
- **BACH/Skrowaczewski:** Toccata and Fugue in D minor
- **HINDEMITH:** Ragtime on a Theme of J.S. Bach

**Artists:**
- **Minnesota Orchestra**
- **Jordan de Souza, Conductor:** Canadian conductor Jordan de Souza, known for his dynamic and engaging conducting style, will lead the orchestra.
- **Avi Avital, Mandolin:** The first mandolin soloist to be nominated for a classical Grammy, Avital is celebrated for his virtuosity and his role in reinvigorating the mandolin repertoire.

**Additional Information:**
- **Tickets:** Available now when you purchase a package. Save up to 15% and receive subscriber perks when you buy 3 or more concerts. Individual tickets go on sale July 29.
- **Pre-concert Activities:** Enhance your experience with pre-concert activities, valet parking, and pre-order beverages.
- **Accessibility Services:** Orchestra Hall offers a range of accessibility services, including armless and bariatric chairs, assistive listening devices, large-print programs, noise-canceling headphones, service animal accommodations, and wheelchair-accessible seating.

**Presented by:** The 2024-2025 Classical Season is presented by Ameriprise Financial.

**Plan Your Visit:**
- **Directions & Parking:** Convenient parking is available just steps away from Orchestra Hall in the city-owned and skyway-connected 11th and Marquette Ramp.
- **Minnesota Orchestra Mobile App:** Download the app to pre-order intermission drinks, scan your ticket for entry, and access exclusive deals.

Prepare for an evening of musical brilliance as Avi Avital and the Minnesota Orchestra bring Bach's masterpieces to life in a reimagined form that promises to captivate and inspire.

Bach Reimagined

Minnesota Orchestra

Simon Johnson takes us on an Advent journey from darkness to light, via Bach’s seasonal chorales and through three towering masterworks: the dark-hued A minor Prelude & Fugue, the monolithic Pièce d’Orgue, and the joyous C major with it’s Christmas undercurrents.

Organ Recital

Smith Square Hall

What could be better for the Advent and Christmas season than the festive music of the late Baroque? With our Advent concerts, we invite you to the historic town hall, located directly on the main market, in the heart of Nuremberg's picturesque old town. In addition to famous orchestral works, two of the most popular trumpet concerts are also on the program in 2024 - radiant brass splendor with the American James Vaughen, deputy principal trumpeter of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and winner of the 2023 Aeolus Wind Competition. The former conductor from Munich's Gärtnerplatz, Andreas Puhani, who has long been associated with the Nuremberg Symphony Orchestra, will conduct from the harpsichord.

Festive Advent Concerts In The Historical Town Hall

Nuremberg

Bach’s Toccata acts as a gateway to Chopin’s remarkable cycle of preludes: 24 miniatures in all major and minor keys, a scheme inspired by Bach’s The Well-Tempered Clavier. Seen by many as his absolute masterpiece, the collection burns with Chopin’s private world of Intense moods and fierce colours.

Academy Piano Series At Wigmore Hall: Kasparas Mikužis

Baroque and Beyond for the Holidays (by candlelight!)

Newport Performing Arts Center

Student Degree Recital: Erica Spear D.M.A. flute recital

University of Maryland

Advent concert of the Stadtsingechor zu Halle

Marktplatz Halle

Vivaldi’s “Gloria” returns after nearly a decade in our seasonal "Baroque by Candlelight" concert. The KCCO will welcome the choral ensemble Cardinalis for the performance.

The Joy of the Holidays!

Old Mission United Methodist Church

Leo B. Ruiz Memorial Recital

Of the young German pianist’s debut disc – which included sonatas by Beethoven and Prokofiev – Gramophone wrote: ‘It is rare to encounter this degree of instrumental mastery wed to musical depth and sensitivity in one so young’. After winning major international prizes she joined the BBC Radio 3 New Generation Artists from 2018 to 2020 and made her BBC Proms debut the following year. She is now a regular visitor to Wigmore Hall, and her programme is themed around goodbyes.

Elisabeth Brauss piano

Daniel Kidane composer; Manchester Camerata; Mahan Esfahani harpsichord; Daniel Pioro violin

Advance ticket sales will begin on September 10, 2024 at 10 a.m. via the ticket service of the Frauenkirche Dresden Foundation

ZDF Advent concert

Frauenkirche Dresden

Klaus Mäkelä conducts Johann Sebastian Bach’s Orchestral Suite No. 3 with his famous piece Air, Thomas Adès’ orchestral work Asyla, and Johannes Brahms’ Symphony No. 4, in which he bases his last symphony movement on Bach’s music.

Klaus Mäkelä

Oslo Concert Hall

This chamber concert takes our premiere of Verdi's MACBETH as a thematic opportunity to shed light on power and power relations over the centuries and to look at composing in their field of tension. Experience a journey through time from Bach's "Musical Offering" to Haydn's "Emperor Quartet" and socialist realism.

Chamber Music II: Emperor, King.... Composer

Deutsche Oper Berlin

Experience the majestic beauty of "The Christmas Oratorio" by Bach, a masterpiece that captures the essence of the holiday season through its dramatic narrative, moving arias, and stirring chorales. Under the baton of Dame Jane Glover, this performance promises to be a profound and passionate rendition of Bach's work, BWV 248. The Music of the Baroque Chorus & Orchestra, along with an impressive cast of soloists, including the return of Gwilym Bowen as the Evangelist, will bring this powerful piece to life. Soloists also feature Yulia Van Doren (soprano), Emily Fons (mezzo-soprano), Gwilym Bowen (tenor), and Michael Sumuel (bass-baritone), ensuring a performance filled with emotional depth and musical excellence.

This event is scheduled for multiple dates and locations to accommodate enthusiasts:
- Sunday, November 24, 2024, at 7:30 PM at the North Shore Center in Skokie.
- Monday, November 25, 2024, at 7:30 PM at the Symphony Center in Chicago.
- Friday, November 29, 2024, at 5:00 PM, available On Demand for those who wish to enjoy the performance at their convenience.

Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the joy and solemnity of the Christmas story as told through one of Bach's most celebrated works.

The Christmas Oratorio 

Chicago Symphony Orchestra

North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie

Eastman Chorale

University of Rochester

Members of the Houston Symphony shine in smaller-ensemble works by three of music’s most enduringly popular composers, Bach, Mozart, and Brahms. Marvel at the dazzling invention of Bach’s Violin Concerto No. 1, performed by Concertmaster Yoonshin Song. Then, bask in the glorious melodies and effervescent charm of sparkling serenades by Mozart and Brahms.

Johann Sebastian Bach

Composer

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