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Bach Festivals & Cantata Series
J.S. Bach-Stiftung, St. Gallen |
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J.S. Bach-Stiftung |
Location: |
St. Gallen, Switzerland |
Venues: |
Evangelische Kirche, Trogen, canton of Appenzell |
Years: |
Since 2006 (Cantata Series) |
Months: |
January-December (7-10 concerts per year; in each concert one cantata is performed) |
Artistic Director: |
Rudolf Lutz |
Ensembles: |
Choir and Orchestra of the J.S. Bach Foundation (formerly Schola Seconda Pratica) |
Website: |
J.S. Bach-Stiftung, St Gallen
J.S. Bach-Stiftung Channel om YouTube
J.S. Bach-Stiftung on Facebook
J.S. Bach-Stiftung (bachstiftung) on Twitter |
History & Mission |
Bach's Complete Vocal Works |
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The J.S. Bach Foundation (J.S. Bach-Stiftung) has embarked on a remarkable undertaking: over a period of some 25 years, the Foundation will perform the complete vocal works by J.S. Bach (1685-1750).
Each month, one of the over 200 Bach cantatas is performed in the idyllic town of Trogen in Appenzell, Switzerland. With a rhythm of 12 cantatas per year, the project is estimated to conclude in the year 2030. All introductory workshops, concerts and reflection lectures on the cantata texts are recorded on DVD and CD; the texts of the lectures are published in a continually expanding Bach Anthology.
The main aim of the J.S. Bach Foundation's ambitious project is to provide a living Bach experience for today's listeners and to deepen our understanding of the great composer's works. The artistic director of the foundation is Rudolf Lutz, who rehearses and conducts all performances with the choir, orchestra and solo vocalists. |
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A monumental project |
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Performance of the complete vocal works of Bach
One concert per month, with an estimated duration of 25 years
All concerts are performed on period instruments
With conductor Rudolf Lutz, a musical experience of the highest quality is guaranteed
Complementary workshops and reflection lectures on libretti and music
Every performance is released on DVD, the cantatas on CD and the texts appear in a Bach Anthology
The project is fully financed by private persons |
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Workshops |
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One and a half hours prior to the concert, conductor Rudolf Lutz and theologist Karl Graf give a workshop on the musical and theological background of the evening's cantata. |
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Concert evenings |
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Only one cantata is performed per concert – but, for that, it is played twice. To present the work in its context, each cantata is performed according to its place in the church calendar |
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Reflection lectures |
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Between the two cantata performances, a notable speaker from the sphere of culture, economics or politics gives a reflection lecture on the cantata’s libretto. This lends a new perspective the second hearing of the work. |
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Vocal works of J. S. Bach |
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The vocal works of J.S. Bach comprise over 200 cantatas, six motets, diverse mass settings, the Passions and the oratorios as well as the Mass in B minor.
The mere thought of condensing this - simply in terms of sheer quantity – monumental oeuvre into a single performance cycle is rather daunting. The demands in terms of quality are at least equally as intimidating due to Bach's exacting musical dictates and the inherent challenge of interpreting the works.
Bach's cantatas are, as a general rule, compositions of several movements composed for choir, orchestra and solo vocalists. The cantatas were originally performed in church services (the church cantatas) or at festive events (worldly cantatas). |
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International guest appearances and special concerts |
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In addition to their regular programme, the choir, orchestra and soloists of the J. S. Bach Foundation also present special concerts and perform as guests at renowned festivals such as the Bachfest 2012 in Leipzig, and the Internationale Bachfest in Schaffhausen. Please do not hesitate to contact our secretariat if you would be interested in engaging the Choir and Orchestra of the Bach Foundation for a special event. |
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2006 | 2007
| 2008 | 2009 | 2010
| 2011 | 2012
| 2013 | 2014 |
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Part 2:
2012- > |
Portrait 2008 |
2006 Oct-Dec |
Oct 20, 2006
BWV 48 |
Nov 24, 2006
BWV 60 |
Dec 22, 2006
BWV 132 |
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2007 Mar-Dec |
Mar 30, 2007
BWV 182 |
Apr 6, 2007
BWV 159 |
May 25, 2007
BWV 172 |
Jun 29, 2007
BWV 185 |
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Aug 31, 2007
BWV 33 |
Oct 26, 2007
BWV 38 |
Dec 14, 2007
BWV 36 |
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2008 Jan-Jun |
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18, 2008
BWV 81 |
Feb 15, 2008
BWV 125 |
Mar 14, 2008
BWV 54 |
Apr 18, 2008
BWV 166 |
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May 16, 2008
BWV 129 |
Jun 20, 2008
BWV 88 |
2008 Aug-Dec |
Aug 22, 2008
BWV 78 |
Sep 19, 2008
BWV 169 |
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Oct 24, 2008
BWV 139 |
Nov 21, 2008
BWV 140 |
Dec 19, 2008
BWV 63 |
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Nov 20, 2009
BWV 26 |
Dec 18, 2009
BWV 191 |
Dec 30, 2009
BWV 243 |
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Jun 17, 2011
BWV 173 |
Aug 12, 2011
BWV 136 |
Sep 23, 2011
Bach im Fluss |
Oct 21, 2011
BWV 96 |
Nov 19, 2011
BWV 55 |
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Dec 9, 2011
BWV 51 |
Dec 30, 2011
BWV 243 |
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Part 2:
2012- > |
Source: J.S. Bach-Stiftung, St. Gallen Website; Xoan Castineira (Vertriebs AG der J.S. Bach-Stiftung, July 2013) |
Prepared by Aryeh Oron (October 2009 - March 2014) |
Rudolf Lutz :
Short Biography
| Ensembles:
Chor & Orchester der J.S. Bach-Stiftung
Bach Discography:
Recordings of Cantatas on DVD'S/Videos :
2006-2007
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| 2009
| 2010
| 2011
| 2012
| 2013
| 2014
| 2015
| 2016
| 2017
| 2018
| 2019
| 2020
| 2021
| 2022
| 2023
| 2024
Recordings of Cantatas CD's/MP3's:
Vols. 1-20
| Vols. 21-40
| Vols. 41-60
Recordings of Other Vocal Works
Bach Festivals and Cantata Series:
J.S. Bach-Stiftung, St. Gallen: Cantata Series
| List of Recorded Works
| Appenzeller Bachtage
Piano Transcriptions:
Works
| Recordings
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