| Anna Besson | Traversflöte |
| Louis Creac’h | Violin |
| Robin Pharo | Viola da gamba |
| Jean Rondeau | Cembalo, Truhenorgel |
| Johann Sebastian Bach | Aria mit 30 Veränderungen BWV 988 ("Goldberg-Variationen") |
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It is a feature of masterpieces that they inspire—without being diminished by—various forms of reappropriation. Nevermind, a quartet of Baroque music adepts, inventively reimagines the illustrious Goldbergs, offering an eloquent variation on variations.
For lovers of chamber music the Recital Hall is the venue of choice. You can hear the musicians breathe and you can practically touch them. This hall is also cherished by musicians for its beautiful acoustics and direct contact with the audience. In the Recital Hall you can hear the best musicians of our time. Buy your tickets now and experience the magic of the Recital Hall for yourself!Transcription by Nevermind (Anna Besson, Louis Creac’h, Robin Pharo & Jean Rondeau) of the Goldberg Variations BWV 988; “Clavier Übung bestehend in einer Arie mit verschiedenen Veränderungen vors Clavicimbal mit 2 Manualen” by Johann Sebastian Bach, for violin, flute, viola da gamba and basso continuo. Transcription leads: Robin Pharo & Jean Rondeau Editor in chief : Robin Pharo Project created on Saturday 23 September 2023 as part of a creative residency hosted by the Bel-Air Claviers Festival.
The Goldberg Variations are described as an absolute work of art. The commission is said to have come from count Hermann Carl von Keyserlingk, suffering from insomnia during his time at the Viennese court. The piece was intended to be performed by the very young harpsichordist Johann Gottlieb Goldberg, a musician of the count’s own court, whose playing helped the aristocrat while away the sleepless hours. The composer found variations to be the best form for night-time music-making. And that was how the aria with thirty variations, which over time became a synonym for musical innovativeness, came to be. The work Bach created is eclectic in its every aspect, showing a skillful use of various musical elements, such as counterpoint, virtuosity, and musical rhetoric. The leitmotif, however, is not the melody of the aria, but… the bass line! What is more, the composer created a work of unbelievable singability, which can be heard in the entirety of the cycle. There is no other keyboard composition of Bach’s that adheres to the idea of the cantilena – a singable and smooth melody, highly engaging for the listener – to such an extent. The Goldberg Variations stood the test of time and continue to delight listeners. Their influence on further generations of composers and the development of pianistics cannot be overstated. Centuries after the work’s creation, numerous renowned artists, such as Glenn Gould, proposed interpretations as controversial as they were groundbreaking, often crossing the borders laid out by the composer, perceiving the piece not only as a technical challenge, but predominantly as a source of deep musical knowledge. The contemporary grand piano performances represent another innovative trend, which constitutes a significant departure from the composer’s original imagination and concept. While the piano is indeed different from the harpsichord, it does, however, enable even more depth and complexity to be found in the masterpiece, thus showing the richness of its sound and the unsurpassed skill of its composition in all their glory. [Alexandra Kozowicz]Concert duration: approximately 90 minutes
rbb's Radio3 relaunches its live series "Die Absolventen" in the rbb rooftop lounge. The show features promising students from the Eisler and Berlin University of the Arts with their professors. The rbb Dachlounge, a broadcast studio, restaurant, and rooftop bar, offers a unique experience. Recordings will air on December 28th at 2 pm on Radio3.
Welcome to the magical world of Mozart's "Magic Flute"! This opera, a tale of coming-of-age, wisdom, and friendship, follows Prince Tamino's quest to rescue Pamina. The Queen of the Night and Sarastro's conflict blurs the lines between good and evil. Join us for this enchanting journey with three ladies, three boys, a magic flute, and trials that Tamino and Pamina must overcome. Will Papageno find his Papagena? Recommended for ages 12+, but suitable for children 8+ given the family-friendly style.
Welcome to the magical world of Mozart's "Magic Flute"! This opera, a tale of coming-of-age, wisdom, and friendship, follows Prince Tamino's quest to rescue Pamina. The Queen of the Night and Sarastro's conflict blurs the lines between good and evil. Join us for this enchanting journey with three ladies, three boys, a magic flute, and trials that Tamino and Pamina must overcome. Will Papageno find his Papagena? Recommended for ages 12+, but suitable for children 8+ given the family-friendly style.
Willkommen in der rätselhaften Märchenwelt der ≫Zauberflöte≪! Schon die Namen der Charaktere klingen magisch und erinnern uns an unsere ersten Opernbesuche: Tamino, Pamina, Papageno, Sarastro … Kaum ein Werk der Opernliteratur enthält so viel Gegensätzliches, durch Mozarts Musik so harmonisch zu einem Ganzen gefügt. Ist seine wohl beliebteste Oper eine abenteuerliche Geschichte vom Erwachsenwerden? Eine Parabel von Weisheit, Philosophie und Freundschaft? Geht es darum, einfach man selber zu bleiben, so wie der Vogelfänger Papageno? Er begleitet Prinz Tamino, der sich in ein Bild der entführten Pamina verliebt hat und sie befreien will. Wir werden daran erinnert, dass sich die Welt nicht immer in Gut und Böse einteilen lässt: Die Königin der Nacht und Sarastro zeigen uns dies durch ihren Streit um Pamina. Auf unserer Reise begleiten uns auch drei Damen, drei Knaben, ein Glockenspiel, eine Flöte, die selbst wilde Tiere zähmt. Und was hat es mit den drei Prüfungen auf sich, die Tamino und Pamina bestehen müssen, um zu den Eingeweihten zu gehören? Findet sich für Papageno auch eine Papagena? Fragen über Fragen, die in unserer ersten Neuproduktion der Spielzeit mit viel Witz und Zauber beantwortet werden! Altersempfehlung: Aufgrund der Spieldauer liegt unsere Altersempfehlung bei 12 Jahren. Der familienfreundliche Stil der Inszenierung ist aber auch für jüngere Kinder ab ca. 8 Jahren geeignet. Hinweis: Enthält Abfolge von blinkenden Lichtern und Mustern.
Actor Benedikt Vermeer brings the characters and quotes from Heinrich Spoerl's book and its 1930s film adaptation to life. This humorous solo performance, accompanied by Quartetto con brio playing live music from the era, celebrates Spoerl's timeless story. The quartet's repertoire includes popular melodies by renowned UFA film composers.
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