Category: Bach

J.S. Bach—Cantata BWV 248 ‘Weihnachtsoratorium’ (J.S. Bach Foundation)

J.S. Bach’s Christmas Oratorio presents itself as a cycle of similarly structured individual works whose continuity rests on the Christmas narrative according to the Gospels of Luke and Matthew, as well as on the recurrence of certain types of settings and the dramaturgy typical of Bach’s cantata oeuvre. Our decision to dedicate one concert evening…


Bach: Prelude in C minor, BWV 999 | Enrico Sieber | Musical Moments

Title: Prelude in C minor, BWV 999 Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach Pianist: Enrico Sieber Once again it was an honor for me to play at the Lisztzentrum! This time I play the Praeludium in C minor by J.S. Bach for you. Thank you very much for watching! —Enrico Sieber, Sep 21, 2021 Enrico Sieber is…


Vladimir Feltsman: Classical Music in a Modern World

We are delighted to share with you Piano Talks’ special episode featuring major Russian-born pianist and conductor Vladimir Feltsman. Feltsman debuted with the Moscow Philharmonic at the age of 11 and attracted attention from the West at an early age as a prodigious talent. In 1979, because of his growing discontent with the restrictions on artistic freedom…


[PREMIERING MAY 30, 6PM ET] Vladimir Feltsman: Classical Music in a Modern World

We are delighted to share with you Piano Talks’ special episode featuring major Russian-born pianist and conductor Vladimir Feltsman. Feltsman debuted with the Moscow Philharmonic at the age of 11 and attracted attention from the West at an early age as a prodigious talent. In 1979, because of his growing discontent with the restrictions on artistic freedom…


Divine Messengers | Bach’s Inspiration (Episode 1)

Besides being the baroque era’s greatest organist and composer, and one of the most productive geniuses in the history of Western music, Bach was also a theologian whose expression of inspiration was music. Nearly three- fourths of his 1,000 compositions were written for use in worship, and Bach’s deep religious faith could be found even…


Bach’s Inspiration | Premiering on Feb. 26, 5 PM ET

Besides being the baroque era’s greatest organist and composer, and one of the most productive geniuses in the history of Western music, Bach was also a theologian whose expression of inspiration was music. Nearly three- fourths of his 1,000 compositions were written for use in worship, and Bach’s deep religious faith could be found even…


VIDEO: Pair of Deer Enchanted by Cellist’s Music Wander Up to Hear Her Playing Bach in the Park—And Go Viral

Along rustic streets, a young senorita musician from southern Spain often performed her cello before delighted crowds in her hometown of Murcia. But while passersby were frequently attracted by the sound of Bach’s “Suite No.1” emanating from her stringed instrument, recently a pair of unlikely antlered patrons found themselves equally drawn by the magic of her…


Master Class with Vladimir Feltsman

Piano Talks is a TV series hosted by celebrated pianist Janara Khassenova, the artistic adviser and jury member of NTD’s International Piano Competition. Piano Talks presents an intimate experience with classical music while offering insights into the greatest composers alongside exclusive repertoires from NTD’s International Piano Competition. Its mission is to promote traditional arts of pure…


Bach’s Chaconne

Piano Talks is a TV series hosted by celebrated pianist Janara Khassenova, the artistic adviser and jury member of NTD’s International Piano Competition. Piano Talks presents an intimate experience with classical music while offering insights into the greatest composers alongside exclusive repertoires from NTD’s International Piano Competition. Its mission is to promote traditional arts of pure…


Piano Talks – Special Episode ‘Triumph of Goodness’

Classical music is truly a universal language, capable of encompassing the depth, breadth, and color of any culture within its forms. Composer Susan Liu sits down to discuss two of her works and how she blends traditional Chinese music with the language of the classical piano. Repertoires: Glorious Realm Triumph of Goodness Watch Full Program:…