J.S. Bach, 1685-1750, painted 1748
Grant Cooper June 6-8, 2008
Grant Cooper, Artistic Director
Bach & Beyond is a lively celebration of Baroque music, happening in early June each year. Spirited performances of some of the greatest music ever written take place in an acoustically-ideal Victorian setting. Treat yourself to the lighthearted atmosphere that has distinguished the Festival since its beginning in 1996. Top-flight performances by Baroque specialists will leave you applauding for more! Though the musical genius of Johann Sebastian Bach is the foundation of the Festival, each year we include other great composers whose works reflect Bach's inspirational influence.
2008 Program Highlights
Listed below is the program for each of the three concerts as of May 1. Additional repertoire may be listed as it is announced.
Friday, June 6, 8 p.m.
William Boyce: Sinfonia in F
Wagenseil: Concerto in E-flat for Trombone
J.S. Bach: Preludio I and Fuga I from WTC
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Saturday, June 7, 8 p.m.
Marcello: Oboe Concerto
J.S. Bach: Italian Concerto
Pachelbel: Fiddle Canon
Albrechtsberger: Concerto in B-flat for Trombone
J.S. Bach: Vionin Sonata in G
J.S. Bach: Italian Concerto
Pachelbel: Fiddle Canon
Albrechtsberger: Concerto in B-flat for Trombone
J.S. Bach: Vionin Sonata in G
Sunday, June 8, 4 p.m.
Vivaldi: Concerto in g minor for Two Violoncelli
D. Scarlatti: Sonatas for solo harpsichord
Darius Milhaud: Sonata for Two Violins and Piano
Leopold Mozart: Concerto in D for Trombone
J.S. Bach: Concerto in A for Oboe d'Amore
D. Scarlatti: Sonatas for solo harpsichord
Darius Milhaud: Sonata for Two Violins and Piano
Leopold Mozart: Concerto in D for Trombone
J.S. Bach: Concerto in A for Oboe d'Amore
Tickets
Tickets are $20 for each individual concert or a subscription to all three concerts can be purchased for $45. Subscribers also will receive an invitation to a special reception with the musicians following the Sunday performance.
Bach's Lunches
For a sneek peak at what the festival has in store, special musical matinee performances will be held at local eateries. Admission to these "Bach's Lunches" is the cost of lunch and reservations are required.
Tuesday, June 3, 12:30 p.m.
Intermezzo Coffeehouse
12 Park Place, Fredonia
For reservations, 716-672-6070
Wednesday, June 4, 12:30 p.m.
The White Inn
52 East Main St., Fredonia
For reservations, 716-672-2103
Thursday, June 5, 12:30 p.m.
Ellicottville Brewing Co.
34 West Main St., Fredonia
For reservations, 716-679-7939