Bach Violin Concertos at The Sands Centre, Carlisle
Who’s on stage
Maria Włoszczowska has incredible energy and passion as both a violinist and director. Tonight she leads Royal Northern Sinfonia in a new role as Artistic Partner.
What they’re playing
It’s astounding to think that something written 300 or so years ago can still speak to today’s very different audiences with such directness and clarity. Bach’s Violin Concertos are an absolute treat – bright, zesty, and full of melodies that almost tumble over themselves to be heard. His orchestral suite is a different affair, stately, grand and resplendent as opposed to the sparer beauty of his concertos, and of course, you may remember one of its movements as the signature music from a famous brand of cigar adverts from the 1980s.
Pre-concert talk: Free, one hour before the concert.
What you'll hear
Johann Sebastian Bach
Sinfonia from Cantata No. 174
Sinfonia from Cantata No. 4
Violin Concerto No. 2 in E major
Sinfonia from Cantata No. 21
Sinfonia in D major
Violin Concerto No. 1 in A minor
Chaconne from D minor solo partita
Orchestral Suite No. 3
Who's playing it
Maria Włoszczowska director/violin
Royal Northern Sinfonia
This event takes place at:
The Sands Centre
The Sands
Carlisle
CA1 1JQ
Website: thesandscentre.co.uk