Bach to the Future

Counterpoint is thrilled to launch its first season with a truly unique performance—Bach to the Future; a bold fusion of J.S. Bach's timeless genius combined with the innovative energy of the 21st century. The program is brought to life by the exceptional musicians of the National Symphony Orchestra (NSO), the highly sought-after soloist & collaborator, cellist Gabriel Cabezas, and Counterpoint’s founder & pianist, Natalia Kazaryan, in partnership with Grace Street Creative. This multimedia performance will take place in the vibrant Dupont Underground, a historical landmark turned into a contemporary creative space.

Bach to the Future reimagines Bach’s beloved masterpieces for both traditional and unconventional instrumentations, showcasing the everlasting magic of classical music through time. The program will feature Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 for a flute quintet with harpsichord, Chaconne in D minor transcribed for piano by Ferruccio Busoni, Air on the G String for string quartet, and works performed on electronic keyboard instruments, in a nod to Wendy Carlos’ groundbreaking recording “Switched On Bach.”

Chaconne in D minor for solo piano, transcription by Ferruccio Busoni

Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D major, BWV 1050 for flute, string quartet and harpsichord

I. Allegro
II. Affettuoso
III. Allegro

Air on the G String, from Orchestral Suite No. 3, BWV 1068, arranged for string quartet

Toccata and Fugue in D minor, BWV 565, arranged for electronic keyboards

Sinfonia from Cantata No. 29, BWV 29, arranged for electronic keyboards

Artists: Dayna Hepler and Jennifer Kim, violins, Andrew Eng, viola, Gabriel Cabezas, cello, Leah Arsenault, flute, and Natalia Kazaryan, piano

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