The Bach Society of Minnesota presents a musical feast featuring scintillating works by Antonio Vivaldi, G. Ph. Telemann, Handel, and J.S. Bach. The musical mastery is powered by the virtuosity and expression of not one, but two soloists per concerto. Bach’s famous 5th Brandenburg Concerto will take it even further with three soloists.

Featuring:
Matthias Maute, Artistic Director, traverso, recorder, and violin
Cléa Galhano, recorder
Margaret Humphrey, violin
Tami Morse, harpsichord

with Ensemble Players:
Marc Levine, violin
Theresa Elliott, violin
Cheryl Zylla, viola
Charles Asch, cello
Josh Schwalbach, double bass

00:00 Introduction
03:20 Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 BWV 1050, J. S. Bach
26:36 Concerto in B flat Major for recorder solo, G. Fr. Handel (arr. M. Maute)
45:00 Concerto in e minor for violin, flute, G. Ph. Telemann
56:19 Concerto grosso in d minor for two violins, A. Vivaldi
1:10:34 Concerto in e minor for recorder, flute, G. Ph. Telemann

2024-25 Season Opening Concert
Concert was recorded on September 21, 2024, at Augustana Lutheran Church, W. St. Paul, MN

Bach Society of Minnesota was founded in 1932, one of the first organizations in North America to take the legacy of Johann Sebastian Bach as an exclusive starting point for world-class performances with period instruments and historical performance practices that evoke the depths and passions of Bach’s compositions. Under the artistic direction of Matthias Maute, the organization continues its focus on collaboration and excellence, striving to create respectful, successful relationships among musicians, audiences, students, and partner organizations, and building a diverse community with a shared passion for performing, promoting, and appreciating the music of J.S. Bach and those he inspired. For more information about Bach Society of Minnesota, its performances, and concert tickets, visit www.bachsocietymn.org.