Leon Gurvitch: Bachomania

• Classical Music

Classical music meets the art of improvisation: in his solo piano programme »Bachomania«, internationally acclaimed pianist and composer Leon Gurvitch brings the music of Johann Sebastian Bach to life in a completely new and exciting way. To mark the 340th anniversary of the great master’s birth, Gurvitch not only celebrates his timeless works, but also invites the audience to experience Bach through the lens of modern interpretation. With respect and imagination, he adapts compositions that were not originally intended for piano – including excerpts from the famous cello suites and chorales such as »Jesus bleibet meine Freude«. These works are revitalised by Gurvitch’s own handwriting and enhanced by spontaneous improvisations that make each concert unique.

PERFORMERS

Leon Gurvitch piano

PROGRAM

»Bachomania«

Johann Sebastian Bach
Jesus bleibet meine Freude

Johann Sebastian Bach
Präludium e-Moll BWV 855a

Antonio Vivaldi / Johann Sebastian Bach
Orgelkonzert d-Moll BWV 596

Improvisation on B.A.C.H.

Johann Sebastian Bach
Suite No. 1 in G major, BWV 1007 for Solo Violoncello

- Interval -

Leon Gurvitch
Choral

Leon Gurvitch
Female Dance

Paul Gerhardt/Hans Leo Hassler
Ich bin ein Gast auf Erden

Leon Gurvitch
Perpetuum Mobile (world premiere)

Leon Gurvitch
Spring & Winter