Immerse yourself in the opulence of the Baroque era with the American Bach Soloists' "Baroque Extravagance" concert, a highlight of their 36th season under the artistic direction of Jeffrey Thomas. This captivating event promises to transport audiences back in time with a selection of works that showcase the grandeur and virtuosity of Baroque music.

**Event Details:**

- **Dates and Venues:**
  - **Friday, October 25, 2024, 8:00 p.m.** at St. Stephen’s Church, 3 Bayview Avenue, Belvedere
  - **Saturday, October 26, 2024, 7:00 p.m.** at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 2300 Bancroft Way, Berkeley
  - **Sunday, October 27, 2024, 4:00 p.m.** at St. Mark’s Church, 1111 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco
  - **Monday, October 28, 2024, 7:00 p.m.** at Davis Community Church, 412 C Street, Davis

The program, lasting approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes with one intermission, features a collection of Baroque masterpieces that explore the era's extravagant theatricality and emotional depth. Highlights include Schmelzer's "The Fencing School" (Die Fechtschule), Tartini's Violin Concerto in A Minor, Biber's "Battaglia à 10", Telemann's "Ouverture La Bizarre", and Bach's Concerto for Three Violins in D Major, bringing together the talents of violinists Tatiana Chulochnikova, Wilton Huang, Tomà Iliev, and Noah Strick.

This concert is part of the 2024-2025 Discovery Series Subscription, offering attendees a chance to delve deeper into the Baroque era's rich musical landscape. Subscribers can save 15-25% depending on the price category, making it an excellent opportunity for music lovers to experience the full breadth of the season's offerings.

**Location:** 182 Howard Street, 536 San Francisco, CA 94105

**For Tickets and More Information:**
- **Phone:** 1 415 621 7900
- **Fax:** 1 415 621 7920
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Don't miss this extraordinary journey through the Baroque's most extravagant music, performed by the American Bach Soloists, a group renowned for their dedication to the music of Bach and his contemporaries. Secure your tickets now for "Baroque Extravagance" and be part of a memorable celebration of Baroque music's enduring legacy.

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Baroque Extravagance

St. Stephen's Episcopal Church

Saint Mark's Episcopal Church

Davis Community Church

St. Mark's Lutheran Church, San Francisco

Travel back in time to Dublin’s Smock Alley Theatre. It’s May 1742 and the eccentric musician Mr Charles is hosting a vibrant showcase of the latest musical fashions from across Europe.

The Irish Baroque Orchestra is one of the most charismatic groups shining new light on musical performance from centuries past. They are joined by their artistic director Peter Whelan, who is well known to Scottish audiences as the former principal bassoonist of the Scottish Chamber Orchestra.

Irish Baroque Orchestra

The Queen's Hall

### Event Description: ASMF & Håkan Hardenberger

**Date:** 24 May 2024, 7:30 PM  
**Venue:** Church of St Martin-in-the-Fields

Join the Academy of St Martin in the Fields (ASMF) for an unforgettable evening featuring the world-renowned trumpet virtuoso, Håkan Hardenberger. Celebrated as "the best trumpet player in the galaxy" by The Times, Hardenberger will perform a captivating programme that highlights his illustrious history with the orchestra.

**Programme Highlights:**
- **Telemann:** Concerto for 3 Trumpets, 2 Oboes, Timpani, Strings, and Continuo in D, TWV 54.D2 (featuring soloists Matilda Lloyd and William O’Sullivan)
- **Mozart:** Symphony No. 26 in E-flat major, K. 184
- **Haydn:** Trumpet Concerto in E-flat major, Hob.VIIe:1
- **Tobias Brostrom:** Sputnik
- **Grieg:** Two Elegiac Melodies, Op. 34: "Heartwounds" (Hjertesår) and "Last Spring" (Våren)
- **Jan Lundgren:** The Seagull (arr. R. Pöntinen)
- **Martinsson:** Airy Flight
- **Joni Mitchell:** Both Sides Now (arr. R. Pöntinen)
- **Kurt Weill:** Speak Low (arr. R. Pöntinen)
- **Piazzolla:** Oblivion

**Director:** Simon Blendis

Don't miss this extraordinary concert that promises to be a highlight of the musical calendar. Secure your tickets now and experience the magic of ASMF and Håkan Hardenberger live at the Church of St Martin-in-the-Fields.

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ASMF & Håkan Hardenberger

St Martin-in-the-Fields

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