Composer

Renowned pianist Benjamin Hochman returns to the stage to play and conduct the orchestra.  This program will show a technical use of the piano and musical excellence that is sure to blow you away. Hear Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 as the harpsichord, violin, and flute take the spotlight.

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Benjamin & Brandenburg

Colonial Plaza

Two piano students explore the timeless keyboard concertos of J S Bach, alternating between the solo part on a modern piano and the continuo line on harpsichord, and backed by a chamber string ensemble.

RNCM Spotlight: Bach Keyboard Concertos

RNCM (Royal Northern College of Music)

Join us for an evening of unparalleled musical artistry as Cal Performances presents the acclaimed German pianist, Igor Levit, in recital on November 19, 2024, at 7:30 pm in the prestigious Zellerbach Hall. Known for his bold recital programs and extraordinary technique, Levit is celebrated not only for his musicianship but also as one of classical music’s most politically outspoken figures. His diverse influences range from Thelonious Monk to hip-hop, showcasing his versatility and broad musical interests.

This performance promises to be a journey through the extremes of emotion and technical prowess, featuring a program that juxtaposes the sensual Ballades of Brahms with Liszt’s fiendishly challenging transcription of Beethoven’s Seventh Symphony. Levit’s reputation as a superlative interpreter of Beethoven guarantees a cumulative power in his performance that is not to be missed.

The evening’s program will include:
- J.S. BACH: Chromatic Fantasia and Fugue in D minor, BWV 903
- BRAHMS: Ballades, Op. 10
- BEETHOVEN arr. LISZT: Symphony No. 7 in A major, Op. 92

Tickets for this must-see event start at $40, with season subscriptions available now and single tickets going on sale at noon on August 6. Don’t miss your chance to experience the artistry of Igor Levit live in concert, a performance made possible in part by Art Berliner and Marian Lever. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit [Cal Performances](https://calperformances.org/events/2024-25/recital/igor-levit-piano/).

Igor Levit, piano

University of California, Berkeley

Bach, Geminiani, and the Fortepiano

St. Paul's Episcopal Church Brookline

Hamilton Hall

Praised for his “unfailingly communicative” playing, Leon McCawley performs a programme full of contrasts. Beethoven’s dramatic early sonatas appeared like a bolt of lightning to Viennese audiences, yet also acknowledged the tradition of Mozart and Haydn. The mood changes with Rachmaninov’s study, “Sea and the Seagulls”, picturing a desolate grey sea, and reflecting the composer’s exile after the Russian Revolution. The following pieces are more upbeat, with Liszt’s rewriting of a pastoral organ work by Bach, before a virtuosic concert piece that the young prodigy Mendelssohn completed after becoming infatuated with a pianist while on his Grand Tour.

Sunday Piano Series: Leon McCawley

Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall

Join us for an inspiring afternoon of music as the Portland Youth String Ensemble (PYSE), Portland Youth Wind Ensemble (PYWE), and Portland Youth Chamber Orchestra (PYCO) come together for a memorable performance.

Cadenza Series: Fall Concert

George Fox University

Alfred Hitchcock’s enduring artistic relationship with the American composer and conductor Bernard Herrmann reached its height with Hitchcock’s film Psycho (1960), whose originality caused audiences to faint with horror. Herrmann arranged his unforgettable score – particularly that shower scene – into an orchestral suite, and here it’s matched with another composer who wrote over sixty film scores, Alfred Schnittke.

The Madness/Lightness of Being

Studio Theatre

There are two oceans (and two centuries) between Argentinian Astor Piazzolla and German Johann Sebastian Bach, but there are strong connections between them. That is why this concert pairs the music of these two great composers. Bach’s music often uses forms developed from dances and Piazzolla caused quite a stir when he merged his love of the tango with his love of classical music. At an early age, Piazzolla discovered the music of Bach and couldn’t stop playing it on the piano. He then became a virtuoso bandoneon player (an Argentinian accordion-like instrument that was actually invented in Germany) and learned to play Bach on that. Even when he formed his own tango band and played in the clubs of Buenos Aires, he infused his music with both jazz and Bach-inspired fugues.

Bridging Oceans

New Bedford High School

Join us for an unforgettable musical journey with the acclaimed classical guitarist Raphaël Feuillâtre at the Baltimore Museum of Art on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 3:00 pm. This concert, part of the Shriver Hall Concert Series, marks Feuillâtre's Baltimore debut and promises to be a celebration of Baroque music alongside vibrant works by South American composers.

Raphaël Feuillâtre, originally from Djibouti and now based in Paris, has captivated audiences worldwide with his exceptional talent and passion for classical guitar. As a competition winner and a Deutsche Grammophon recording artist, Feuillâtre brings to the stage a repertoire that spans from J.S. Bach and his French contemporaries to exuberant pieces by composers from across South America. His performance is not just a concert but an immersive experience that brings the past to life with every note.

The concert will last approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, including an intermission, allowing the audience to fully immerse themselves in the beauty and complexity of Feuillâtre's music. The program includes transcriptions and arrangements of works by Bach, Rameau, and others, showcasing Feuillâtre's profound affinity for Baroque music, as well as his versatility in performing compositions from various periods with clarity, grace, and emotional depth.

Feuillâtre's journey to international acclaim began with his victory at the prestigious Guitar Foundation of America GFA International Concert Artist Competition in 2018, followed by numerous awards and recognitions across Europe and beyond. His partnership with Deutsche Grammophon and his upcoming debut album further highlight his status as one of the most exciting classical guitarists of his generation.

The concert will take place at the Baltimore Museum of Art, offering a perfect backdrop for Feuillâtre's artistry. A suggested donation of $10 for general seating is encouraged, supporting the continuation of high-quality musical performances in the community.

Don't miss the opportunity to witness Raphaël Feuillâtre's mastery of the classical guitar, an event that promises to be a highlight of the Shriver Hall Concert Series season. For tickets and more information, please visit the Shriver Hall Concert Series website or contact the box office at 410-516-7164.

Raphaël Feuillâtre, guitar

Johns Hopkins University

Ton Koopman Harpsichord Recital

Takasaki City Theatre

Join us for an extraordinary musical journey with the renowned Greek violinist, Leonidas Kavakos, as he takes the stage at Zellerbach Hall for a two-night performance of Bach’s Complete Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin. This event, part of the Cal Performances 2024-25 Season, promises to be a highlight of the classical music calendar, showcasing the towering works of Bach that have challenged and enchanted violinists for over two centuries.

**Event Details:**
- **Dates:** November 15 and 16, 2024
- **Time:** 8:00 PM each night
- **Location:** Zellerbach Hall
- **Tickets:** Start at $65. Season Subscriptions on sale now. Single Tickets available from noon, August 6.

**About the Performance:**
Leonidas Kavakos, celebrated for his intense, silken, and mercurial sound, will perform the complete set of Bach’s Sonatas and Partitas across two evenings. These pieces, known for their profound musical depth and technical demands, represent a pinnacle of the solo violin repertoire. Kavakos’s interpretation, described as modern yet aware of historical traditions, playful in ornamentation but without exaggeration, promises to bring a fresh perspective to these beloved works.

**Program:**
- **Friday, Nov 15:** Partita No. 3 in E major, BWV 1006; Sonata No. 2 in A minor, BWV 1003; Sonata No. 3 in C major, BWV 1005.
- **Saturday, Nov 16:** Sonata No. 1 in G minor, BWV 1001; Partita No. 1 in B minor, BWV 1002; Partita No. 2 in D minor, BWV 1004.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience the complete Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin, performed by one of the most distinguished violinists of our time. Reserve your tickets early to ensure your place at this remarkable event.

Leonidas Kavakos, violin

A junior recital presented by Matilda Goldie, violin, in Stull Recital Hall.

Junior Recital: Matilda Goldie, violin

Oberlin College

The Dunedin Consort, a distinguished ensemble in the Baroque music realm, will present Johann Sebastian Bach's St John Passion, BWV 245. Known for their vibrant and historically informed performances, the Dunedin Consort has earned acclaim under the artistic direction of John Butt. The ensemble, named after the ancient Celtic name for Edinburgh Castle, Din Eidyn, is celebrated for its dedication to blending historical authenticity with contemporary musical expressions. Their performances have graced prestigious venues such as the BBC Proms, Wigmore Hall, and the Edinburgh and Lammermuir Festivals, earning them two Gramophone Awards and a Grammy nomination.

In this performance, the Dunedin Consort will bring to life Bach's profound and emotionally charged St John Passion. The ensemble's approach to the score is both scholarly and heartfelt, ensuring a deeply moving musical experience. The performance will feature John Butt as director, with Jess Dandy as mezzo-soprano, Nicholas Mulroy as Evangelist and arias, Robert Davies as Pilate, and Matthew Brook as Christus and arias. This event is part of the 2024/25 Early Music and Vocal Series, showcasing the ensemble's commitment to exploring and presenting early music with a fresh perspective. Supported by the Wilhelm von Humboldt Performance Fund, this presentation promises to be a highlight of the season, reflecting the ensemble's mission to merge historical authenticity with new musical expressions.

Dunedin Consort

Reynolds Club

Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of Vivaldi's Four Seasons at the "Seasons at the Cathedral" concert, presented by the Peoria Symphony Orchestra. This captivating event will be held at the historic Cathedral of St. Mary, located at 607 NE Madison Ave, Peoria, Illinois 61603. The performances are scheduled for Friday, November 15, 2024, at 7:30 pm, and Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 3:00 pm.

Under the baton of conductor George Stelluto and featuring the virtuosic talents of violinist Rong-Yan Tang, the evening promises an unforgettable auditory journey through the changing seasons. The program includes Maddalena Casulana's "Ben Venga Il Pastor" arranged by Stelluto, Stelluto's own "Fugal Musings on Ben Venga Il Pastor," Johann Sebastian Bach's "Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor," Tomaso Albinoni's "Sonata St. Mark’s, Op. 6, No. 11," and culminates with Antonio Vivaldi's timeless masterpiece, "The Four Seasons."

Rong-Yan Tang, a celebrated musician known for her performances on the CSO’s Chamber Music series and educational concerts at Chicago Public Schools, brings her exceptional skills to the forefront as a soloist. Her previous appearances include recitals at the Art Institute of Chicago and broadcasts on WFMT-FM, as well as performances with regional orchestras.

Tickets for this mesmerizing event will be on sale soon. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the beauty of Vivaldi's Four Seasons in the magnificent setting of the Cathedral of St. Mary. Join us for an evening of exquisite music that celebrates the essence of each season, brought to life by the Peoria Symphony Orchestra.

Seasons at the Cathedral

The Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception

Bach’s groundbreaking ‘Concertos for several instruments’ puts the collective virtuosity of the OAE in the spotlight as the tour comes to Portsmouth.

Brandenburg Concertos

Portsmouth Guildhall

Manhattan School of Music’s public programs are made possible in part by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

MSM Camerata Nova

Manhattan School of Music

Join us for an unforgettable evening of classical music as the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra presents "3/DIALOGUE" on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at the Crescent Arts Centre, located at 525 Wardlaw Avenue. The concert is set to begin at 7:30 pm.

This special performance will feature the extraordinary talents of pianists Simone Dinnerstein and Awadagin Pratt, under the baton of conductor Anne Manson. Audiences will be treated to a miraculous meeting of two piano giants, harmonizing and counterpointing through the intricate double piano concertos of Johann Sebastian Bach and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The program includes Bach's Concerto for Two Pianos, No. 3, BWV 1062 in C minor, and Mozart's Two Piano Concerto No. 10, K. 365, with an interlude of John Adams' Shaker Loops.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the soul-stirring dialogue between these renowned musicians as they bring the masterpieces of Bach and Mozart to life. Casual tickets go on sale June 15, 2024, but you can secure your spot now by purchasing early bird packages. For tickets and more information, visit the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra's website or call the MCO Ticketline at 204-783-7377.

Bundle up and save for an evening that promises to be a highlight of the MCO 2024/25 season.

Dialogue Dinnerstein, Pratt

Crescent Arts Centre

One of music’s great riddles, Bach’s groundbreaking set of concertos puts the collective virtuosity of the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment in the spotlight.

The Brandenburg Concertos

Southbank Centre

Undeniably the reigning virtuoso of the violin, Itzhak Perlman enjoys superstar status rarely afforded a classical musician. Beloved for his charm and humanity as well as his talent, he is treasured by audiences throughout the world who respond not only to his remarkable artistry, but also to his irrepressible joy for making music.

Violinist Itzhak Perlman

Benaroya Hall

A spectacular programme of some of the most virtuosic music, performed by Associate Artist Jonathan Scott, showcasing the entire range of sounds available from the Bridgewater Hall’s Marcussen Concert Organ, including Wagner’s Tannhäuser Overture.

Jonathan Scott

The Bridgewater Hall

The Polish organist Michał Szostak makes his first visit to Huddersfield Town Hall. A famed improviser, his programme will intersperse three improvisations in varied styles among works by Buxtehude, Bach and Beethoven, including a transcription from Beethoven’s famed Symphony No. 5.

Michal Szostak

Huddersfield Town Hall

A famed improviser, his programme will intersperse three improvisations in varied styles among works by Buxtehude, Bach and Beethoven, including a transcription from Beethoven’s famed Symphony No. 5.

Michał Szostak

Conservatory visitors are asked to enter the complex through either Bibbins Hall’s east entrance (off College Place, across from the Oberlin College Bookstore) or the Conservatory Lounge’s west entrance (off S. Professor St., adjacent to the Conservatory Pond). All other entrances will be closed to the public.

Senior Recital: Irene Park, violin

West Coast virtuoso clarinetist and Illinois Valley native Cory Tiffin plays the enchanting second clarinet concerto by Carl Maria von Weber. Bach’s third orchestral suite with high trumpets completes the first half of the concert, while the second half is devoted to Beethoven’s ever-popular Sixth Symphony, “Pastorale.”

Magnificence of the Masters

LaSalle-Peru High School

Our MAPC début features a spirited celebration of the “trio” sonata of two violins, cello, and harpsichord. This joyful program showcases the unique dynamism of the Baroque through the eloquent melodies of Handel, the complex counterpoint of Bach, and the harmonic richness of Corelli, alongside a newly-commissioned trio sonata by Karl Hinze.

Vim & Vigor

Madison Avenue Presbyterian

Experience intimate chamber music programs curated and performed by small ensembles of SF Symphony musicians.

Chamber Music At Davies Symphony Hall

Davies Symphony Hall

Join us for an unforgettable evening with the globally celebrated guitarist Pablo Sáinz Villegas, presented by CU Presents as part of their Artist Series. This captivating performance is scheduled for November 9, 2024, at the prestigious Macky Auditorium Concert Hall, located at 1595 Pleasant St, Boulder, CO 80309. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m., offering an opportunity to experience the virtuosic playing of Pablo Sáinz Villegas, whose artistry has been praised by The New York Times for its vividly shaded colors and irresistible exuberance.

Pablo Sáinz Villegas, known as the global ambassador of the guitar, invites you to join him on a musical journey that spans evocative and romantic melodies to the most virtuosic and fiery pieces ever written for the guitar. The program features a rich selection of works by esteemed composers, including Héitor Villa-Lobos, J.S. Bach, Francisco Coll, Isaac Albéniz, Joaquín Rodrigo, Agustín Barrios-Mangoré, and Carlo Domeniconi.

Accessibility is a priority, ensuring a welcoming experience for all attendees. The venue offers wheelchair-accessible performance options, signed performances, service animal accommodations, audio assistant devices, accessible elevators, Braille signage, companion seating, and nearby accessible parking.

Season tickets start at $122, providing a valuable opportunity to enjoy the full Artist Series. Additional ticket options and discounts are available, including savings of 15-25% with season tickets, and special rates for groups, seniors, youth, and CU Boulder faculty, staff, and students. Single tickets will be available for purchase starting Monday, August 19.

Don't miss this chance to witness the unbridled passion and exquisite craftsmanship of Pablo Sáinz Villegas, a true master of the guitar. Secure your tickets today and prepare for an evening of breathtaking music that promises to be a highlight of the cultural season.

Pablo Sáinz Villegas, guitar

University of Colorado Boulder

Ton Koopman Harpsichord & Organ Recital

Sumida Triphony Hall

“Astoundingly virtuosic and blazingly insightful” (The Guardian) violinist Leonidas Kavakos performs the complete Bach Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin.

Kavakos is recognized across the world as a violinist and artist of rare quality, acclaimed for his matchless technique, captivating artistry, and superb musicianship, and the integrity of his playing. He works regularly with the world’s greatest orchestras and conductors, and plays as recitalist in the world’s premier halls and festivals.


Kavakos plays Bach #1

The Royal Conservatory of Music

A striking and electrifying symphony, it was nicknamed ‘Jupiter’ by a music publisher who said its opening chords recalled the king of the gods and his thunderbolts. Here Mozart paints on a broader canvas than ever before, perfecting the Classical style and looking forward to the Romantic era.

Simone Young conducts Mozart’s Jupiter

Sydney Opera House

Hailed as the new face of classical guitar worldwide, Raphaël Feuillâtre fascinates audiences and critics alike with the depth of his interpretations, his dazzling virtuosity, and the richness of his repertoire.

Raphaël Feuillâtre | Virtuoso Guitar

Brevard Music Center

Ben Collyer, Sinfonia Smith Square’s Organ Fellow, presents a concert of classics and brand new works, including Francis Pott’s ‘Rhapsody on an Old Hungarian Folk Song’, a piece that Pott composed for Ben in 2024.

Benjamin Collyer - Organ Recital

Smith Square Hall

Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos present one of music’s great riddles. Their history reads like the script for classic adventure caper:  we don’t know why Bach gifted them as a set to the Margrave of Brandenburg or exactly what he did with them; they were then ‘lost’ in the library of a Princess for around a century before being rediscovered and published in 1850; and the manuscript was nearly lost for ever during World War I when the train carrying it to Berlin was blown up

Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment: Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos

Forum Theatre

In the 2024/2025 concert season, Polina Osetinskaya will debut in Australia, Singapore, and Brazil. She comes back to the United States with a recital tour along with a tour with her colleague Maxim Vengerov. She also has a series of debuts with new recitals at festivals and Konzerthaus in Austria. She participates in a big project dedicated to 5 Prokofiev concertos in Germany in Theater Altenburg Gera and plays concerts in Italy, Belgium, and Germany.

Polina Osetinskaya

Artis—Naples

The Brandenburg Concertos present one of music’s great riddles. Bach sent them to Christian Ludwig, the Margrave of Brandenburg and brother of King Frederick I of Prussia, as a gift in 1721. For reasons unknown, he seems to have quietly filed them away after which they changed hands several times before being ‘lost’ until around 1850 when they were eventually published as a set. 

The Brandenburg Concertos On Tour

Wiltshire Music Centre

The Anvil

Malvern Theatres

University of Oxford

Saffron Hall

The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, one of the country’s leading period instrument ensembles, brings JS Bach’s sparkling box set to the Bridgewater Hall for one night only.

The concerti dedicated by Johann Sebastian Bach to the Margrave of Brandenburg in 1721 are truly six of the best. Each written for a different group of instruments, from the Technicolor majesty of No.1 to the small-scale sparkle of No.6, they’re individually remarkable and collectively peerless. No single work better captures the genius of the greatest composer to ever put pen to paper.

Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment – The Brandenburg Concertos

PC Morning Recital

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of classical music with the renowned pianist Hélène Grimaud at Stanford Live. This exclusive performance is set to take place on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 2:30 PM in the prestigious Bing Concert Hall. 

Hélène Grimaud, celebrated for her deep expressiveness, technical precision, and compelling stage presence, will grace the audience with a program that promises to be both intellectually stimulating and emotionally moving. The repertoire includes Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No. 30, Op. 109, Brahms’ Three Intermezzi for piano, Op. 117, and Fantasies, Op. 116, culminating with the Bach/Busoni Chaconne from Partita No. 2 in D minor, BWV 1004. This selection showcases Grimaud's versatility and her ability to convey the profound beauty of classical music.

Tickets start at $34, offering a range of seating options to accommodate all attendees. The lobby will open at 1:30 PM, allowing guests to settle in and perhaps enjoy beverages, light bites, and snacks available for sale before the performance begins.

Don't miss this opportunity to witness Hélène Grimaud's mesmerizing performance, a highlight of the 2024-25 season at Stanford Live. Secure your tickets now for an afternoon that promises to be a highlight of the musical year.

Hélène Grimaud

Stanford University

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of classical music as Capital Region Classical presents Benjamin Grosvenor, piano, at Union College's Memorial Chapel in Schenectady, NY, on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 3:00 PM. This event marks the return of the British pianist, Benjamin Grosvenor, who first graced our series nearly a decade ago as a promising talent and has since risen to international acclaim as one of the leading virtuosos of our time. 

Grosvenor's program for the afternoon is a testament to his exceptional artistry, featuring Bach's D-major Partita, BWV 828, Schumann's C-major Fantasie, Op. 17, and Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition in its original piano version. This selection showcases Grosvenor's remarkable ability to convey deep musicality and technical mastery across a diverse repertoire.

The concert is generously sponsored by Ann Berlstein & Jerry Bernstein and promises an immersive experience with a runtime of 2 hours. General Admission seating will open 45 minutes before the concert starts, ensuring ample time for attendees to find their seats. In a gesture to inspire the next generation of music lovers, all kids and college students will be admitted free at the door, subject to availability.

Benjamin Grosvenor is celebrated for his lyrical sonority, understated brilliance, and a unique balance of technical precision and musical expressiveness. His career highlights include debuts with major orchestras worldwide, acclaimed recital tours, and recognition as one of the top 50 pianists ever on record by Gramophone. This performance at Union College is a rare opportunity to witness Grosvenor's genius in a program that speaks to the breadth of his repertoire and the depth of his interpretative insights.

Don't miss this chance to experience the artistry of Benjamin Grosvenor in the intimate setting of Memorial Chapel. Tickets are priced at $40.00, with 788 seats available. Secure your spot for an afternoon that promises to be a highlight of the classical music calendar in the Capital Region.

Benjamin Grosvenor, piano Union College

Union College

Courtly dances and buoyant melodies take center stage in two Baroque favorites: Handel's Water Music and Bach's Keyboard Concerto in A Major, featuring the "extravagantly gifted" (LA Times) Awadagin Pratt. Equally enchanting and energetic, Haydn's “Drumroll” Symphony brims with humor and wit, building to a riotous finale where fleet-footed tunes race across every corner of the orchestra.

Baroque Splendor with Handel & Bach

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall

The concert begins with Liszt’s Les Préludes, a magnificent orchestral work, known for its dramatic and romantic themes, followed by the Bach Double Violin Concerto—a classic in the Baroque repertoire—featuring Chris Thile‘s interpretation alongside GSO Concertmaster Marjorie Bagley!

Chris Thile Mandolin

Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts

Pre-College Violin Students of Naoko Tanaka

The Juilliard School

Chanhee Jin, Violin

Daniel Simmons, Viola

**Anna Lapwood: A Moonbeam Recital at the OPRL**

Join us for an enchanting evening with the world-renowned organist, Anna Lapwood, as she makes her debut in Liège with a performance that promises to illuminate the Salle Philharmonique like never before. This event, part of the prestigious Organ Series, is scheduled for Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 8:00 PM, and will last approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.

**Event Highlights:**

- **Date and Time:** Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 8:00 PM
- **Duration:** Approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes
- **Venue:** Salle Philharmonique, Liège
- **Ticket Price:** €18
- **Reservation:** Tickets available for booking

**About Anna Lapwood:**

Anna Lapwood is an imaginative, open-minded, and brilliant musician who has become the classical music ambassador of our times. At just 29 years old, followed by over a million fans on social media, she is the most viewed organist worldwide. Her association with the Royal Albert Hall in London, her role as the Director of Music at Pembroke College, Cambridge, and her presence on the BBC have all contributed to a career that breaks all the traditional boundaries.

**Program Details:**

For her Liège debut, Anna Lapwood will present a mesmerizing mix of classic repertoire pieces by Vierne, Alain, Duruflé, and contemporary works by young female composers such as Arakelyan, Belli, McDowall. Additionally, the program will feature transcriptions from J.-S. Bach, Chopin, Hans Zimmer taken from her latest album, "Luna," released by Sony Classical.

**Featured Pieces:**

- Zimmer: Music from the film Interstellar, arranged by Lapwood
- Glass: Mad Rush
- J.-S. Bach: Ave Maria, arranged by Lapwood
- Works by Alain, Duruflé, Vierne, Chopin

**Partnership:**

This event is held in partnership with Les Amis de l’Orgue de Saint-Jacques and is a highlight of the Festival d’Orgue de Liège.

**Practical Information:**

- **Venue Address:** Salle Philharmonique de Liège, Boulevard Piercot, 25-27, B - 4000 Liège, Belgium
- **Ticketing:** Available online, at the OPRL ticket office, or by phone at 32 04 220 00 00 (Monday to Friday, 13h - 18h)

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of Anna Lapwood under the moonlight in an evening that promises to be a highlight of the musical season. Reserve your tickets now for an unforgettable journey through the power of the organ.

Anna Lapwood on a moonbeam

Philharmonic Hall of Liege

American pianist Clayton Stephenson’s love for music is immediately apparent in his joyous charisma onstage, expressive power, and natural ease at the instrument. Hailed for “extraordinary narrative and poetic gifts” and interpretations that are “fresh, incisive and characterfully alive” (Gramophone), he is committed to making an impact on the world through his music. In addition to being the first Black finalist at the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in 2022, he has been named a 2022 Gilmore Young Artist, a 2017 U. S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts, and a Young Scholar of the Lang Lang International Music Foundation. Recent highlights of Stephenson’s burgeoning career include appearances with the Calgary Philharmonic, Chicago Sinfonietta, and the Fort Worth, Louisville, Lansing, and North Carolina Symphony Orchestras. He has been featured on NPR, WUOL, and WQXR, and appeared in the “GRAMMY® Salute to Classical Music” Concert at Carnegie Hall’s Stern Auditorium.

Clayton Stephenson, piano

Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall

Anton Bruckner war jener fromme Komponist, der mit seinen visionären und weltentrückten Werken wahrlich Berge versetzen konnte. Bei vielen seiner Sinfonien und Messen handelt es sich um singuläre Kunstwerke, die eigentlich für einen Kirchenraum konzipiert waren – denn dort war er zu Hause: „Wer hohe Türme bauen will, muss lange beim Fundament verweilen. […] Eigentlich habe ich – was meine Freunde jetzt „groß“ nennen – nur fertiggebracht, weil ich von Jugend an Ehrfurcht gehabt habe vor allem Echten und Heiligen.“ Besonders in seiner Jugend und in seinen Jahren als Dom-Organist im Linzer Stift St. Florian bildete ebenjenes heilige Fundament das Gesamtopus Johann Sebastian Bachs. Lange eiferte er ihm nach und versuchte ihm künstlerisch gerecht zu werden. Er konnte es wohl auch, denn Bruckners Orgel-Spiel zeichnete sich durch seine technische Finesse aus. Es gelang ihm wie keinem Zweiten, die Linzer Weihestätte mit mächtigen Klangwellen zu füllen. Als Tonkünstler war er ein großer Bewunderer der Musik Bachs und seiner Orgelwerke, wobei insbesondere die Bruckner‘schen Choräle deutlich den Einfluss des großen Meisters zeigen und eine ergreifende Gottesfurcht vermitteln, die im Übrigen in vielen seiner Kompositionen präsent zu sein scheint. Vor allem in seiner Sinfonie Nr. 4, die den Beinamen „Romantische“ trägt, folgt Bruckner dem Ansatz Baruch de Spinozas, dass Gott in der Natur allgegenwärtig sei. Doch was heißt bei Bruckner eigentlich „romantisch“? Die Sinfonie ist durchdrungen von einer tiefen Sehnsucht nach spiritueller Erfüllung und einer Bewunderung für die Natur. Sie entführt in eine Klangwelt voller majestätischer Schönheit und erhabener Größe, die in einem kraftvollen, geradezu galaktischen Schlussakkord kulminiert und damit den Bogen vom Träumerischen und Naturalistischen bis hin zum allumfassend Transzendentalen spannt. Und obwohl in E.T.A. Hoffmanns Aufsatz „Alte und neue Kirchenmusik“ der Komponist Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina gemeint war, könnte das folgende Zitat auch für Bruckners „Vierte“ gestanden haben: „Die Liebe, der Einklang alles Geistigen in der Natur, wie er dem Christen verheißen, spricht sich aus im Akkord, der daher auch erst im Christentum zum Leben erwachte, und so wird der Akkord, die Harmonie, Bild und Ausdruck der Geistergemeinschaft, der Vereinigung mit dem Ewigen, dem Idealen, das über uns thront und doch uns einschließt.“ 

2.SiKo Bach und Bruckner – Echo für die Ewigkeit

Landestheater Eisenach

Anton Bruckner was the pious composer who could truly move mountains with his visionary and otherworldly works. Many of his symphonies and masses are unique works of art that were actually designed for a church space - because that was where he was at home: "If you want to build high towers, you have to spend a long time on the foundations. [...] Actually, I only managed to create what my friends now call "great" because from my youth I had awe of everything that was genuine and holy." Especially in his youth and in his years as cathedral organist in the Linz monastery of St. Florian, that same holy foundation formed the entire opus of Johann Sebastian Bach. For a long time he emulated him and tried to do him artistic justice. And he was probably able to do it, because Bruckner's organ playing was characterized by its technical finesse. He succeeded like no other in filling the Linz sanctuary with powerful waves of sound. As a composer, he was a great admirer of Bach's music and his organ works, with Bruckner's chorales in particular clearly showing the influence of the great master and conveying a moving fear of God that seems to be present in many of his compositions. In his Symphony No. 4 in particular, which is nicknamed the "Romantic", Bruckner follows Baruch de Spinoza's approach that God is omnipresent in nature. But what does "romantic" actually mean for Bruckner? The symphony is permeated by a deep longing for spiritual fulfillment and an admiration for nature. It takes you into a world of sound full of majestic beauty and sublime grandeur, which culminates in a powerful, almost galactic final chord, spanning the spectrum from the dreamy and naturalistic to the all-encompassingly transcendental. And although ETA Hoffmann's essay "Old and New Church Music" was referring to the composer Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, the following quote could also have stood for Bruckner's "Fourth": "Love, the harmony of everything spiritual in nature, as promised to Christians, expresses itself in the chord, which therefore only came to life in Christianity, and so the chord, the harmony, becomes the image and expression of the spiritual community, of the union with the eternal, the ideal that reigns over us and yet includes us." 

A2 Bach and Bruckner – Echo for eternity

Gotha City Hall

Isarphilharmonie

Gasteig HP8

### 24/25 Igor Levit Special Event - Princeton University Concerts

**Event:** Igor Levit, Piano  
**Date:** Wednesday, October 30, 2024  
**Time:** 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM EDT  
**Venue:** Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, Princeton University

**Event Description:**
Join us for an extraordinary evening with Igor Levit, one of the most essential artists of his generation, as he returns to Princeton University Concerts. Nine years after his debut, Levit will grace the stage with a program that showcases his unparalleled interpretations of classical masterpieces. The evening will feature:

- **J.S. Bach:** Chromatic Fantasy and Fugue in D Minor, BWV 903
- **Johannes Brahms:** Ballades, Op. 10
- **Ludwig van Beethoven (arr. Liszt):** Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92

Levit's performance promises to be a transformative experience, as described by The New York Times: "Forget four-hands piano: Levit seemed to be playing with six or eight. He generated the breadth, force, and baffling volume of a full orchestra."

**Special Note:**
Don't miss the opportunity to delve deeper into Igor Levit's artistry and political activism at a special event on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 3:00 PM. We highly recommend attending both events for a comprehensive encounter with this extraordinary pianist.

**Tickets:**
This event is currently available as part of a Curated Subscription, Make-Your-Own Series, or Princeton University Student Early Bird program. Single tickets will go on sale on Monday, August 5 at noon Eastern time.

**Additional Information:**
For directions, parking, and accessibility information, please visit our [Venue & Accessibility](#) page.

**Contact:**
For more details, please contact us at 609-258-2800.

**Don't miss this chance to witness one of the most awe-inspiring pianists of our time. Secure your tickets now and be part of an unforgettable musical journey.**

Igor Levit, Piano

Alexander Hall

Bach Cantata Series

Eastman School of Music

2024-2025 October Concert

The War Memorial

Upon Graduation in 1994, he took up the post of Assistant Organist at Southwell Minster and co-founded the Southwell Minster Chorale. For eight years he directed the Chorale in Southwell and further afield. Active as a recitalist, he has performed throughout the United Kingdom, in many cathedrals and concert halls, including Westminster Cathedral, St Paul’s Cathedral, and King’s College, Cambridge. In September 2000 he was a finalist in the prestigious Royal College of Organists’ Performer of the Year award, performing with the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and Rumon Gamba. He won many recital awards, including performances at St John’s, Smith Square and at the Dublin International Organ and Choral Festival.

Binns Organ - Anniversary Recital

Albert Hall, Manchester

Delight in every turn of phrase as SF Symphony musicians perform together within the intimate realm of chamber music.

Gunn Theater At Legion Of Honor

Legion of Honor

Internationally acclaimed violinist Ray Chen performs a crowd-pleasing recital with pianist Julio Elizalde. Hailed by the Washington Post as “a phenomenal talent,” Chen showcases why he’s sought out to perform in concert halls globally.

Ray Chen

Segerstrom Center for the Arts

New Westminster Symphony Orchestra's third concert of the 2024 calendar is going to be on Oct 27th, 2024 ( 2pm-4pm ) at Queens Avenue United Church in New Westminster, BC. Entitled Halloween Spooktaculer. Join us for an eerie journey through some of the most haunting and iconic pieces in classical and cinematic music!

Halloween Spooktaculer

Queens Avenue United Church

An exploration of the rich catalog of Bach cantata arias with Tenor Nicholas Phan, alongside the striking music of Bach contemporary Christoph Graupner, who (lest we forget) was offered the post of Thomaskantor in 1723 ahead of Bach! 

Bach 52 • Tenor Nicholas Phan

Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church

### Event Description: Symphonic Spooktacular

#### Dates and Times:
- **Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.**
- **Sunday, October 27, 2024, at 2:30 p.m.**

#### Venue:
- **California Theatre, San Jose, CA**

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

#### Pre-Concert Activity:
- **Music Notes**: Occur one hour prior to the concert in the auditorium.

#### Artists:
- **Conductor**: Peter Jaffe
- **Performers**: Symphony San Jose and Symphony San Jose Chorale

#### Program:
- **J.S. Bach**: Toccata & Fugue in D minor
- **Camille Saint-Saëns**: Danse Macabre
- **Modest Mussorgsky**: Night on Bald Mountain
- **John Williams**: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
- **Franz Schubert**: Erlkönig
- **Bernard Herrmann**: Psycho
- **Edvard Grieg**: In the Hall of the Mountain King

#### About This Performance:
Just in time for Halloween, Symphony San Jose and Symphony San Jose Chorale conjure up some of classical music’s scariest hits. This thrilling and bone-chilling concert experience is perfect for the entire family. Whether you bring your flesh and blood, your broom-mate, your boo, or just come on your own, Symphonic Spooktacular is guaranteed to raise your spirits.

#### Special Features:
- **Costume Contest**: Dress up for your chance to win some spooktacular prizes. Whether you’re trying out your costume for some pre-trick-or-treating or are a seasoned cosplayer, this is your moment to shine.
- **Costume Parade**: Don’t feel like dressing up? Fear not! Come as you are and enjoy the costume parade.

#### Fun Facts:
- The violin solo in Danse Macabre represents Death playing the fiddle, while the xylophone imitates the sound of rattling bones.
- The screeching violins and eerie melodies of the Psycho score have become synonymous with suspense and terror in cinema, influencing countless horror film composers in the years since its release.

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

For more information and to unveil the secrets of this performance, visit the Symphony San Jose website.

Symphonic Spooktacular

California Theatre

Halloween Spooktacular —“Side-By-Side” with the Danville High School Orchestra

Danville High School

[Edgar Meyer is] “The most remarkable virtuoso in the relatively un-chronicled history of his instrument.” - The New Yorker

Edgar Meyer (Double Bass), Tessa Lark (Violin), Joshua Roman (Cello)

Soka Performing Arts Center

Originally from Cleveland, OH, Lorenzo Lopez is an accomplished musician and conductor known for his dynamic leadership and passionate musicianship. He has served as a lecturer for Purdue University’s Symphonic and String Orchestras and as a Conducting Fellow for the Indianapolis Youth Orchestra. Lopez has collaborated with distinguished conductors such as Yannick Nézet-Séguin, Cristian Macelaru, Marin Alsop, and James Ross.

October Orchestra Series

Fairmount Cooperative Preschool

October Orchestra Series (Featuring Lorenzo Lopez & Eliesha Nelson)

Gramophone’s Artist of the Year in 2021, the Canadian violinist has been described by The Times as ‘in a class of his own’. Here he joins with an American musician equally acclaimed as a soloist and collaborative pianist for a selection of substantial works from the 18th and 20th centuries.

James Ehnes violin; Orion Weiss piano

Wigmore Hall

Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at the Crescent Arts Centre, located at 525 Wardlaw Avenue, Winnipeg. The concert, titled "TEMPEST," promises a captivating journey from the serene waters of Bach to the stormy intensity of Shostakovich and back, under the masterful leadership of MCO's concertmaster, Karl Stobbe, on violin, and the talented Andrew Armstrong on piano.

The evening's program includes a diverse selection of works that showcase the depth and versatility of classical music. The concert will open with Josef Suk's "Meditation on an Old Bohemian Chorale St. Wenceslas for Strings," followed by Dmitri Shostakovich's "Sonata for Violin and Piano." After an intermission, the audience will be treated to Johann Sebastian Bach's "Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D major, BWV 1050," and the "Chaconne from Partita No. 2 in D Min for Strings," offering a sublime conclusion to the night's performance.

The concert begins at 7:30 pm, offering an evening of exquisite music that bridges the gap between tranquility and tempestuousness. Casual tickets go on sale June 15, 2024, with early bird packages available now. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the brilliance of the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra in an intimate setting. For tickets and more information, visit the MCO website or call the Ticketline at 204-783-7377. Bundle up and save with our special ticket packages for a season of breathtaking performances.

Tempest Stobbe, Armstrong

Charlotte Spruit returns to perform a solo recital at Wigmore Hall. A YCAT artist since 2023, and winner of the First Prize at the Leipzig International Johann Sebastian Bach Competition, Charlotte plays frequently at chamber music festivals across Europe. Her work intertwining music with different art forms led her to first prize at the Goodmesh Concours in 2022.

Charlotte Spruit violin

All University of Texas at Austin students are allowed one free ticket as long as they are available. Student tickets must be picked up at the Box Office with valid student I.D. Seating is unassigned.

Gregory Eaton, organ The Organ - A Kaleidoscope of Sound

The University of Texas at Austin

Each visionary performance of the award-winning Borromeo String Quartet (BSQ) strengthens and deepens its reputation as one of the most important ensembles of our time. Admired and sought after for both its fresh interpretations of the classical music canon and its championing of works by 20th and 21st century composers, the ensemble has been hailed for its “edge-of-the- seat performances” by the Boston Globe, which called it “simply the best.”

Borromeo String Quartet

Mercy Center Burlingame

“I know of no musician whose Bach playing is of greater subtlety, beauty of tone, persuasiveness of judgment or instrumental command” - BBC Music Magazine

Angela Hewitt

Changing Seasons

Burnt Store Presbyterian Church

Join us for an unparalleled musical experience as Cal Performances presents an exciting new collaboration featuring three of American concert music's most singular figures: Tessa Lark on violin, Joshua Roman on cello, and Edgar Meyer on double bass. This exceptional trio will perform at Hertz Hall on October 20, 2024, at 3:00 pm, offering a program that showcases their virtuosic talents, deep connections to roots and fiddle music, and expansive artistic sensibilities.

The performance will include selections by J.S. Bach, specifically the Sonata for Viola da Gamba in G Major, BWV 1027, alongside works by Edgar Meyer, including "Trio 1986" and "Trio 1988". Additionally, the audience will be treated to a Bay Area Premiere of a new work co-commissioned by Cal Performances, composed expressly for these artists, marking a highlight of the event.

Edgar Meyer, a recent Grammy winner and perhaps today's best-known bass virtuoso, has built an extraordinary career as a soloist with leading orchestras, a musical partner to renowned artists like Yo-Yo Ma and Chris Thile, and a sought-after composer and recording artist. Joining him are the genre-crossing, Kentucky-born violinist Tessa Lark and the eclectic cellist Joshua Roman, both of whom bring their unique styles and wide-open artistic sensibilities to this collaboration.

Tickets for this not-to-be-missed performance start at $68, with season subscriptions available now and single tickets going on sale on August 6 at noon. This event promises to be an exhilarating romp through a diverse musical landscape, brought to life by three of the most innovative and exciting musicians of our time. Leadership support for this performance is provided by Nadine Tang, with additional support from Dr. Rupali Das-Melnyk and Dr. Ostap Melnyk.

Don't miss this opportunity to witness a groundbreaking performance that bridges the worlds of classical, roots, and fiddle music. Reserve your seats today and be part of a musical journey that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and the sheer joy of live music.

Tessa Lark, violin Joshua Roman, cello Edgar Meyer, double bass

Hailed by The New York Times as “one of New York's finest organists,” Renée Anne Louprette maintains an international career a recitalist, pedagog, and collaborative artist. Based in New York, she has performed at Carnegie Hall, Avery Fisher, and Alice Tully Hall. Now, she brings her “grace, and charm, as well as her seemingly effortless virtuosity” (Choir & Organ) to Bond Chapel’s Reneker organ with works by J.S. Bach, Georg Böhm, Johann Adam Reincken, and more.

Renée Anne Louprette, organ

The University of Chicago

Enjoy an evening of soft candlelight and harmonious sounds in the beautiful sanctuary of the New Albany United Methodist Church as the New Albany Symphony Chorus is joined by our string section for Bach’s Cantata No. 4 and works by Mozart, Piazzolla and Biava Ramponi.

Candlelight Concert

New Albany United Methodist

The protean French pianist brings a programme concentrating on Bach on the piano – in this instance mostly in his own transcriptions. Alexandre Tharaud has also made his own pianistic version of Dukas’s famous orchestral showpiece, which contrasts with a virtuoso suite by the latter’s contemporary, Ravel, whose complete piano works form part of Tharaud’s sizeable discography.

Johann Sebastian Bach

Composer

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