Sunday March 21, 2010 at 4pm
Sponsored by:
Hydac USA
First Presbyterian Church of Bethlehem
Pre-concert Lecture by Greg Funfgeld at 3:00pm

Come celebrate Bach’s 325th birthday with us! The Bach Choir will be joined by a large brass ensemble for performances of choral and instrumental works by Giovanni Gabrieli (1554-1612), Heinrich Schütz (1585-1672), and Johann Sebastian Bach, including Bach’s Cantata 118 in the version he wrote for chorus and brass instruments. Also on the program, a stunning piece for four French horns, trumpets, trombones and tuba by Paul Hindemith (1895-1963)– his setting of an anonymous text from the 5th – 7th centuries –Apparebit Repentia Dies - “The great day of the Lord will suddenly appear!” Here is a wonderful opportunity to encounter famous composers who influenced J.S. Bach and see how he influenced one of the greatest composers of the 20th century.
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New Recording now available!
The Bach Choir of Bethlehem is delighted to announce the October 2009 release of its first recording on the ANALEKTA label. The new CD was recorded in May 2009 and features three famous and festive works written for Advent and Christmas: Bach's Magnificat in D Major BWV 243 and Cantata BWV 191- Gloria in excelsis Deo, and Vivaldi's Gloria in D Major, RV 589. As Dr. Robin Leaver says in his notes for the recording, it could have been entitled "Glorious Glorias!" Joining the Bach Choir and Bach Festival Orchestra, under the direction of Greg Funfgeld, are world-renowned soloists.
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Central Moravian Church, Historic Downtown Bethlehem, PA
Second Tuesdays, 12:10-1:00pm
Sponsored by:
Janney Montgomery Scott, LLC
Hampson Mowrer Kreitz Insurance
Bosch Rexroth
Keystone Nazareth Charitable Foundation
Lehigh Valley Community Foundation

February 9
Brandenburg Concerto No. 6 in B flat major, BWV 1051
Cantata BWV 18 Gleichwie der Regen und Schnee vom Himmel fällt

March 9
Suite for Cello No. 1 in G Major BWV 1007
- Loretta O’Sullivan, cello
Cantata BWV 12 Weinen, Klagen, Sorgen, Zagen

April 13
Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in E Minor, BWV 1034
Robin Kani, Flute
Cantata BWV 66 Erfreut euch, ihr Herzen

Free Admission and no need for a reservation.
Doors open at 11:30am. Come early to be sure of a seat!!
Greg Funfgeld will introduce the music performed by members of The Bach Choir and Bach Festival Orchestra with an informal talk. A free-will offering will be received.

The Bach Choir of Bethlehem is the oldest Bach choir in America. Founded in 1898, The Bach Choir gave the first complete performances in the United States of The Mass in B Minor and The Christmas Oratorio. Under Greg Funfgeld’s passionate and experienced direction, The Choir now fulfills the promise of its early years. The 95 volunteer members sing with the dedication and enthusiasm of The Bach Choir of a century ago, but today’s performances, featuring the finely-honed vocal ensemble, a fully professional orchestra, and world-renowned soloists, reveal a new level of musicianship and understanding of Bach’s choral universe. Learn more about the choir.