Bach Akademie Australia Presents... In the Steps of Bach –The Road to Lübeck
Bach Akademie Australia is delighted to present In the Steps of Bach – The Road to Lübeck, a musical journey of self-discovery and inspiration at Christ Church Cathedral, Newcastle, on Sunday, 22 September.
Featuring three of Australia’s finest musicians, organist Marko Sever, bass-baritone Andrew O’Connor, and countertenor Russell Harcourt, Bach Akademie Australia will take audiences on the young Bach’s 400-kilometre expedition from Arnstadt to Lübeck in pursuit of his idol, Buxtehude.
It was the autumn of 1705. A young 20-year-old Bach began a journey on foot of almost 400 kilometres from Arnstadt in the heart of Germany to Lübeck near the Baltic coast.
Who would undertake such a gruelling expedition? Only one such as J.S. Bach, whose desire to study the art and craft of the famous organist Dietrich Buxtehude drove him to complete a journey most would baulk at – such was his desire to learn from his idol and better himself as a musician.
This concert series marks the first time Bach Akademie Australia will be performing in Newcastle at the historic Christ Church Cathedral. Known for its stunning Gothic Revival architecture and rich history, the Cathedral houses an acclaimed pipe organ. It is renowned for its magnificent sound quality and intricate craftsmanship, providing audiences with an
extraordinary backdrop for an afternoon of exceptional music.
Don’t miss this extraordinary performance that charts Bach’s lifechanging journey. Tickets are available at www.bachakademieaustralia.com.au/events.
