The Sebastians’ core quartet paints a picture of Bach’s immense sphere of influence in this program featuring works by his friend Telemann, his student Goldberg, his son Carl Philipp Emanuel, and his contemporary Vivaldi—plus a glimpse of Bach’s enduring impact through a new commission by Patricia Van Ness.

Bach, In Conversation

The Chapel of Brick Presbyterian Church

**Event: The Wadsworth Legacy - Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center**

**Dates and Times:**
- Thursday, May 1, 2025, at 7:00 pm
- Friday, May 2, 2025, at 7:30 pm

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

**Duration:** 2 hours, including intermission

**Overview:**
Celebrate the enduring legacy of CMS Founding Artistic Director Charles Wadsworth with "The Wadsworth Legacy" at the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. This special program, crafted in Wadsworth’s signature style, features a super-star vocal quartet accompanied by pianist Ken Noda and current CMS Co-Artistic Director Wu Han. The evening will highlight Schumann’s "Spanische Liederspiel," among other pieces, showcasing the depth and diversity of chamber music.

**Artists:**
- Kathleen Battle, Soprano
- Frederica von Stade, Mezzo-Soprano
- Ben Bliss, Tenor
- Thomas Hampson, Baritone
- Ken Noda, Piano
- Wu Han, Piano
- Francisco Fullana, Violin
- Chad Hoopes, Violin
- Paul Neubauer, Viola
- Sterling Elliott, Cello
- Nina Bernat, Double Bass
- David Washburn, Trumpet

**Program Highlights:**
- Johann Gottlieb Goldberg: Trio Sonata in C major for Two Violins and Continuo, DürG 13
- Robert Schumann: Spanisches Liederspiel for Vocal Quartet and Piano, Op. 74
- Camille Saint-Saëns: Septet in E-flat major for Trumpet, Two Violins, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, and Piano, Op. 65

**Special Gala Performance:**
The May 1 performance will be part of the Spring Gala. For dinner and concert tickets, please call 212-875-5216. Standard/Rear seating available only for subscriptions. For add-on prime seating, please call 212-875-5788. Please note, the Spring Gala performance does not include an intermission.

**Tickets:**
Tickets are not yet on sale. For more information on purchasing tickets and subscriptions, please visit the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center's website or contact the box office directly.

**Additional Information:**
For directions, parking, and other visitor information, please visit the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center's website or contact the venue directly.

Join us for a memorable evening celebrating the legacy of Charles Wadsworth and the beauty of chamber music at one of New York City's most prestigious venues.

Johann Gottlieb Goldberg

Events

Upcoming events

1 - 2 May, 2025

The Wadsworth Legacy · Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

Past events

Sep 14, 2024

Bach, In Conversation · The Sebastians

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