Bach on the Beach
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A Free Outdoor Cello Concert at Galveston Island State Park
Sunday, January 3, 2027 | 11:00 AM
Galveston Island State Park | Galveston, TX
What happens when a musician spends five days listening to an island before performing?
Join Wild Notes Foundation for Bach on the Beach, a special outdoor concert featuring Johann Sebastian Bach's Suite No. 1 in G Major for Solo Cello, performed by Dr. Mandy Guilfoyle on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico.
This concert marks the conclusion of Wild Notes Foundation's inaugural Galveston Island Field Residency, a five-day artistic research project exploring the question: What does an island sound like?
During the residency, Dr. Guilfoyle will spend time exploring Galveston's beaches, wetlands, wildlife, and coastal soundscapes through listening walks, observation, and musical reflection. These experiences will inform her interpretation of Bach's music, creating an opportunity to hear a familiar masterpiece in a new way.
Throughout the performance, she'll share discoveries from her time on the island and invite audiences to listen to the music alongside the sounds of the surrounding environment.
Whether you're a classical music enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply looking for a peaceful morning by the water, we hope you'll join us!
What to Know
>When: Sunday, January 3, 2027, at 11:00 AM
>Where: Galveston Island State Park, Gulf-side beach near the day-use parking area
>Admission: The concert is free! Standard Texas State Park entrance fees apply.
>Duration: Approximately 30 minutes
>What to bring: A folding chair or blanket, water, and weather-appropriate clothing
>Who can attend: Everyone! All ages are welcome, and no knowledge of classical music is needed.
The concert will be entirely acoustic, without microphones or speakers, allowing the natural sounds of the Gulf to become part of the listening experience.
Where to find us: Park in the beachside day-use parking area and follow the walkway toward the Gulf. A map showing the exact performance location is available on our website.
As always, Wild Notes concerts are designed to leave a minimal environmental footprint. Please respect the surrounding habitat and follow Leave No Trace principles.
For directions, the performance location map, and additional event details, visit:
www.wildnotes.org/bach-on-the-beach
We can't wait to share this special morning of music and coastal listening with you! 🌊🎻
Sunday, January 3, 2027 | 11:00 AM
Galveston Island State Park | Galveston, TX
What happens when a musician spends five days listening to an island before performing?
Join Wild Notes Foundation for Bach on the Beach, a special outdoor concert featuring Johann Sebastian Bach's Suite No. 1 in G Major for Solo Cello, performed by Dr. Mandy Guilfoyle on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico.
This concert marks the conclusion of Wild Notes Foundation's inaugural Galveston Island Field Residency, a five-day artistic research project exploring the question: What does an island sound like?
During the residency, Dr. Guilfoyle will spend time exploring Galveston's beaches, wetlands, wildlife, and coastal soundscapes through listening walks, observation, and musical reflection. These experiences will inform her interpretation of Bach's music, creating an opportunity to hear a familiar masterpiece in a new way.
Throughout the performance, she'll share discoveries from her time on the island and invite audiences to listen to the music alongside the sounds of the surrounding environment.
Whether you're a classical music enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply looking for a peaceful morning by the water, we hope you'll join us!
What to Know
>When: Sunday, January 3, 2027, at 11:00 AM
>Where: Galveston Island State Park, Gulf-side beach near the day-use parking area
>Admission: The concert is free! Standard Texas State Park entrance fees apply.
>Duration: Approximately 30 minutes
>What to bring: A folding chair or blanket, water, and weather-appropriate clothing
>Who can attend: Everyone! All ages are welcome, and no knowledge of classical music is needed.
The concert will be entirely acoustic, without microphones or speakers, allowing the natural sounds of the Gulf to become part of the listening experience.
Where to find us: Park in the beachside day-use parking area and follow the walkway toward the Gulf. A map showing the exact performance location is available on our website.
As always, Wild Notes concerts are designed to leave a minimal environmental footprint. Please respect the surrounding habitat and follow Leave No Trace principles.
For directions, the performance location map, and additional event details, visit:
www.wildnotes.org/bach-on-the-beach
We can't wait to share this special morning of music and coastal listening with you! 🌊🎻
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Where is it happening?
Galveston Island State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife, 14901 FM 3005 ,Galveston,TX,United States
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