In 1747 the aging Johann Sebastian Bach visited the cosmopolitan court of the young and highly musical King Frederick the Great of Prussia. This was the catalyst for the composition of his great late work Musical Offering dedicated to the king.
Evening in the Palace of Reason explores the contrasting styles of Frederick’s court composers including Bach’s son Carl Philipp Emmanuel and the king himself. It culminates with Bach’s monumental Trio Sonata from Musical Offering. The magnificent eighteenth century gothic interior of Strawberry Hill offers the most atmospheric backdrop.
Performers
William Summers: baroque flute
Diane Moore: baroque violin
Ibrahim Aziz: viola da gamba
Yeo Yat-Soon: harpsichord
Pre-concert Dining
There is also opportunity to enjoy a pre-concert meal in the delightful surroundings of the Cloister Coffee House. If you would like to reserve a table please select the relevant ticket option. Please note diners will need to be seated at 5.30pm.
£16 (Friends of SH and Volunteers £14.40)
Advanced booking required at http://strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/.
Suitable for ages 11+