A Return to Bach’s Coffeehouse
May 11May 14, 2023

NEW PROGRAM! A famous coffeehouse in 18th-c. Leipzig was the scene of lively orchestra concerts led by J.S. Bach. Concertmaster and Assistant Artistic Director Alan Choo leads this year’s version, featuring Vivaldi’s mysterious concerto La Notte (“Night”), and three musical fencing matches: Telemann’s Concerto for Flute & Recorder, Bach’s Concerto for Oboe & Violin, and Brandenburg Concerto no. 6.

Pre-Concert Talk with Peter Bennett, Head of Historical Performance Practice, Case Western Reserve University – 1 hour before each performance.

Thursday, May 11, 2023, 7:30PM
First United Methodist Church, AKRON
*AFTERGLOW
Friday, May 12, 2023, 7:30PM
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, CLEVELAND HEIGHTS
Saturday, May 13, 2023, 8:00PM
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, CLEVELAND HEIGHTS
Sunday, May 14, 2023, 4:00PM
ROCKY RIVER Presbyterian Church
Featured Artists
Alan Choo,violin & direction
Susanna Perry Gilmore,violin
Kathie Stewart,flauto traverso
Daphna Mor,recorder
Debra Nagy,oboe
Nicole Divall,viola
Kristen Linfante,viola


On Thursday night, enjoy German chocolate cake and sparkling cider and celebrate with the musicians!

Treats will be provided by The West Side Bakery


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These concerts are generously supported by
Michael Frank in memory of Pat Snyder


Previous Concert: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons Tour Send-off

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