Seattle Symphony: From Purcell to Bach

• Joseph Adam, organ
• Yuko Tanaka, harpsichord
• Lee Mills, conductor

Georg Muffat — String Sonata No. 1 in D major from Armonico tributo
Henry Purcell — Selected works ("An Imaginary Suite"; arr. Anthony Romaniuk)
George Frideric Handel — Selected works (Organ Concerto in F major – either Op. 4, No. 4, HWV 292; or Op. 4, No. 5, HWV 293)
Johann Sebastian Bach — Gottes Zeit ist die allerbeste Zeit, BWV 106 "Actus tragicus" (Sinfonia)
Johann Sebastian Bach — Keyboard Concerto No. 6 in F major BWV 1057

Note: Regretfully, guest artist Anthony Romaniuk is unable to join us in Seattle this month due to delays with artist visa processing. Associate Conductor Lee Mills will step in to conduct the Seattle Symphony in the From Purcell to Bach program. Organist Joseph Adam and harpsichordist Yuko Tanaka will also step in to join the orchestra for this program.

Organist Joseph Adam unites the liturgical sounds of the organ with the elegance of a string orchestra in Handel’s inventive concerto. Muffat’s harmonic tribute to Italy blends German precision and French elegance to establish a new tradition of ensemble writing. Modeled after Bach's brilliant Violin Concerto, harpsichordist Yuko Tanaka performs Keyboard Concerto No. 3. It’s a tour de force for keyboard instruments, all led by Associate Conductor Lee Mills.

*Pre-concert wine tastings will be held at the March 11 & 12 and May 20 & 21 performances in the Baroque & Wine Series.

The Seattle Symphony and Benaroya Hall will require all event attendees to provide proof of full vaccinations (or a negative COVID-19 test) and to wear masks inside the venue regardless of vaccination status. Visit seattlesymphony.org/safety for more information on our safety measures.

About Seattle Symphony

Recognized as one of the “most vital American orchestras” (NPR), the Seattle Symphony is internationally acclaimed for its inventive programming, community-minded initiatives, and superb recordings on the Seattle Symphony Media label. With a strong commitment to new music and a legacy of over 150 recordings, the orchestra has garnered five Grammy Awards, 26 Grammy nominations, and two Emmy Awards, and was named Gramophone’s 2018 Orchestra of the Year. The Symphony performs in Benaroya Hall in the heart of downtown Seattle.

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About Joseph Adam, organ

http://www.seattlesymphony.org/concerttickets/calendar/2015-2016/concerts/seattlesymphony/joseph-adam