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SUMMARY:Bach at Noon | April 8
DESCRIPTION:Our season continues with our inspiring Bach at Noon series and our last performance this season in Bethlehem. Gather with us for this free concert series\, a musical gift to our community. Hear members of the Bach Choir and Bach Festival Orchestra along with exciting guest artists. Enjoy insightful and enlightening remarks by Christopher Jackson\, Artistic Director and Conductor of the Bach Choir. The April Bach at Noon concert was named in honor of the singers of the Bach Choir of Bethlehem during the 100th Bach Festival Season\, 2006-2007\, and all Bach Choir alumni. The concert is supported in part by generous endowment gifts from these choir members and choir alumni who have given of their treasure as well as their time and talent so that future generations of musicians and listeners can enjoy Bach at Noon.\n\nAbout the Music\nGeorg Philipp Telemann (1681-1767) Ouverture – Suite in G minor for Three Oboes\, Bassoon\, Strings & Basso continuo\, TWV 55:g4 \nJohann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) Sinfonia & Chorus from Cantata Christ lag in Todesbanden\, BWV4 \nJohann Sebastian Bach Cantata Ich will den Kreuzstab gerne tragen\, BWV 56 \nNew – Free Tours of Central Moravian Church!\nFollowing each of our monthly Bethlehem Bach at Noon concerts at Central Moravian Church\, guests are invited to stay for a free guided tour of this historic sanctuary. Built between 1803-1806\, this remarkable space is the third place of worship for Bethlehem’s Moravian community.  \nDiscover the architectural beauty of the sanctuary\, the deep connection to the history of music and worship\, unique spaces like the 2nd floor Kleiner Saal\, and the ongoing traditions of Central Moravian Church. Tours will begin immediately after each concert and last approximately 30 minutes. As Bethlehem celebrates its new UNESCO World Heritage Site designation\, there’s no better time to explore this living landmark!  \n\n \nCLICK HERE TO VIEW THE DIGITAL PROGRAM \n \n\nClick the above logo to livestream this month’s Bach at Noon \nPlease help us meet April’s Bethlehem Bach at Noon Donation Challenge!\nThe April concerts was endowed partially through gifts from the choir members and choir alumni during our 100th Bach Festival/2006-2007 season. Board President Harold Black and his wife\, Allison\, have offered a $1\,500 challenge gift this month to honor them and commemorate our final Bethlehem Bach at Noon Concert of the season. They will match $1\,500 of your Bach at Noon donations this month\, essentially doubling the impact of your contributions. \n“Allison and I are pleased to offer a matching fit for today’s concert and to join with the choir members and alumni who have given their time\, talent\, and treasure to ensure that future generations can enjoy Bach at Noon concerts. I remember the wonder of those first concerts in 2005\, listening to the music\, learning about Bach’s methods\, and watching as the audience grew. How wonderful to see an idea become a tradition.” -Hal Black\, President of the Board of Managers \nSupport the April Bach at Noon Donation Challenge with a freewill donation at the concert using the provided envelopes\, donate online\, or text BNOON to 44-321. Contributions can also be mailed to The Bach Choir of Bethlehem at 440 Heckewelder Place\, Bethlehem\, PA 18018. \n\n\nShare This:
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