Magnificent Magnificats

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Sunday, Apr 24, 2022 3pm - 5pm

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Seicento Baroque Ensemble will showcase J.S. Bach’s glorious Magnificat in Eb (the rarely performed original version of his beloved Magnificat in D) in a celebratory concert of Magnificat settings from the Baroque era. ‘Magnificent Magnificats’ features the chamber choir, with vocal soloists, and an orchestra featuring baroque trumpets, oboes, recorders, and timpani, in addition to the strings — an orchestral setting fitting for Seicento’s 10th anniversary season!. The original version of Bach's Magnificat is special in that it has a slightly different orchestration, some different musical lines and harmonies, and four additional movements that are rarely performed.

The program will open with a delightful setting once attributed to Buxtehude, followed by a truly beautiful setting by Charpentier. These three regal and joyful pieces will bring back the full Seicento ensemble and orchestra! We invite you to enjoy a full panoply of baroque sound, in gratitude for all your support during the trials of the pandemic!