40th Annual Abbey Bach Festival

Friday, July 29

Program and Artists subject to change.

6 PM Abbey Church
In Mulieribus


8 PM Damian Center
Alon Goldstein, pianist

(Hear Goldstein play Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring)

Alon Goldstein is one of the most original and sensitive artists of his generation, admired for his musical intelligence and dynamic personality. Goldstein’s artistic vision and innovative programming have made him a favorite with audiences and critics alike throughout the United States, Europe, and Israel. He made his orchestral debut at the age of 18 with the Israel Philharmonic under the baton of Maestro Zubin Mehta, and in April of 2008 made a triumphant return with Maestro Herbert Blomstedt.

 

PROGRAM

Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring

from Cantata No. 147

Johann Sebastian Bach

(1685-1750)

Sheep May Safely Graze

from Cantata No. 208

 

Musica Ricercata

Gyorgy Ligeti

(1923-2006)

Argentinian Dances

Opus 2

Alberto Ginastera

(1916-1983)

Preludes

Opus 28

Frederic Chopin

(1810-1849)