Bach, Haydn, and Beethoven

J.S. Bach – Ricercar a Six, Haydn – Harpsichord Concerto in D major, and Beethoven – Symphony No. 1 in C major

Monday evening’s program offers a rich tapestry of musical voices, presenting works by Bach, Haydn, and Beethoven that explore the art of innovation and transformation. The evening begins with Bach’s Ricercar a 6, a masterpiece of contrapuntal writing from The Musical Offering. This intricate work, built on a single theme, reveals the endless possibilities of variation and interplay between voices. Together, the voices form a cohesive texture that creates richness and complexity in the music.

The program continues with Haydn’s Harpsichord Concerto in D Major, H. XVIII:11, one of his most celebrated keyboard concertos. While Haydn’s Harpsichord Concerto in D Major is often performed on the pianoforte today, the festival will feature a harpsichord for this performance, allowing audiences to experience the piece as it was originally conceived.

Finishing the evening is Beethoven’s Symphony No. 1 in C Major. Written early in his career, the symphony pays homage to Classical traditions while signaling the bold, dynamic voice that would define Beethoven’s later works.

You may also like the following events from Carmel Bach Festival:

• This month, 28th June, 03:00 pm, Young Artists’ Showcase in Carmel
• Next month, 12th July, 07:30 pm, A Midsummer Night’s Dream in Carmel
• Next month, 13th July, 03:00 pm, Bach’s Mass in B Minor in Carmel

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