Bach with a twist — The symphonies of Bach's sons

Carl Philipp Emanuel, Johann Christian, Wilhelm Friedemann, and Johann Christoph Friedrich Bach often stand in the shadow of their famous father—yet they were pioneers of a new era, shaping the musical awakening of the 18th century in their own unique ways. Their music combines the splendor of the Baroque with the fresh elegance of the Classical period, surprising listeners with bold harmonies, subtle nuances, and vibrant expressiveness. Whether ...