Works by J.S. Bach within the historical, stylistic and familial context in which he lived and worked, exploring how Bach’s compositional techniques convey his sense of profound optimism and faith.

The six Brandenburg concertos challenge (as opposed to reflect) existing musical and social hierarchies of Bach’s time. Lutheran theology and Bach’s documented understanding of it suggests that in the next world, the heavenly one, the hierarchies of the present world will no longer be necessary. The session also includes selected vocal works performed by “easily one of the finest concert and recital singers of our generation” (I Care If You Listen), Jesse Blumberg.

Join Jesse along with performer and scholar of historical music and performance practice, John McKean, flutist Julietta Curenton, praised for her “expressive playing and sensitivity to color” (Bachtrack), and our much loved resident ensemble, Palaver Strings for our ongoing exploration of Bach’s music.

Art by Devon Kelley-Yurdin