Name: Bach: Ascension Oratorio
Start: 2024-06-29T15:00:00
Location: Beall Concert Hall

Get ready for an extraordinary musical journey across Eugene and Portland as the Oregon Bach Festival and Oregon Symphony bring together a series of spectacular performances. From the emotional depths of Bach's 'Ascension Oratorio' to the playful melodies of Handel's 'Water Music,' this season promises a blend of grief, healing, and exuberance. Highlights include the violin brilliance in 'The Lark Ascending,' the intricate baroque splendor in 'Baroque Splendor with Handel & Bach,' and the grand 'Organ Symphony' by Paul Jacobs. Don’t miss the awe-inspiring recitals, symphonies, and choral performances celebrating the timeless works of Johann Sebastian Bach and other classical masters.

Celebrate Bach and Beyond: Oregon Symphony and Bach Festival in Eugene and Portland

Oregon Bach Festival

The Oregon Bach Festival Chorus and Period Orchestra explore the universal human experiences of grief, healing, acceptance, and joy. Join “exuberant” conductor (Gramophone) John Butt for an emotional journey, from the opening text of BWV 21 – “I had much grieving in my heart” – to the lively, trumpet-dominated choruses and exquisite vocal solos of Bach’s “Ascension” Oratorio.

Bach: Ascension Oratorio

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