J.S BACH - SIX SONATAS FOR VIOLIN AND HARPSICHORD

Expanding his role as an accompaniment in the basso continuo, Bach was the first to ask the harpsichord, which he played with sovereign mastery, to fully participate in the new genre of the sonata. Composed in Coethen around 1720 and conceived as an organized ensemble, his six Sonatas for violin and harpsichord establish perfect equality between the two instruments, in a deep knowledge of their own characteristics. While the violin deploys as much lyricism as panache, the harpsichord, thanks to a counterpoint as free as skilful, maintains a captivating dialogue with it. These Sonatas are among the most beautiful pieces of Bach's chamber music, and there are some of the most moving pieces of his output.

Produced by the Montreal Bach Festival

Venue

St. George Church

1001 ave. des Canadiens-de-Montréal, Montreal

Tickets

Section 1 – 50$
Section 2 – 35$
Section 3 – 20$

Musicians

Andrew Wan, violin
Luc Beauséjour, harpsichord