Bach in Baltimore: Bach, Telemann, & Elgar
$33 online, $37 at the door ($10 students age 13+ w/ID; ages 12 & under free)
Georg Philipp Telemann — Trumpet Concerto in D major, TWV 51:D7
Georg Philipp Telemann — Selected works (flute concerto in D major TBA)
Edward Elgar — Variation IX: "Nimrod" from Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 "Enigma Variations" (arr. Leonard Bernstein for strings)
Our program for November concert will surely deliver strong emotional moments:
Edward Elgar, arr. Leonard Bernstein — "Nimrod" Variation (from "Enigma Variations")
A poignant, deeply expressive arrangement that enhances Elgar’s emotive theme, revealing rich string textures under Bernstein’s nuanced direction.
Georg Philipp Telemann — Trumpet Concerto in D major and Flötenkonzert in D major
Telemann’s concertos feature lively melodies and elegant interplay, with the trumpet piece highlighting baroque brilliance and the flute concerto offering graceful, lyrical lines.
Johann Sebastian Bach — Brandenburg Concerto No. 5
A vibrant showcase of intricate counterpoint and virtuosic keyboard playing, highlighting Bach's innovative use of the harpsichord as a solo instrument.
About Bach in Baltimore
Bach in Baltimore's mission is to perform the choral and instrumental works of Johann Sebastian Bach (and his contemporaries) and to educate the concert-going public about the musical language of Bach and the texts he chose to set to music.
We strive each month to present these works in a historically informed way that will enrich the lives of our audience members and inspire creativity. We wish to foster an appreciation for the arts, particularly for Baroque music, within the entire community. We are committed to providing educational experiences for people of all ages in order to instill a lifelong connection Bach's music.
https://bachinbaltimore.org/