2024 Season

Organ & Brass Virtuosity in the Time of Bach

  • Sunday 21 january - 3:00pm
  • Holy Cross Church
  • Artist in residence Jörg Reddin, pipe organ
  • Dominic Favia, solo trumpet
  • Les Sacqueboutiers du Festival

Our season begins with the first of four concerts led by Jörg Reddin, the distinguished Baroque organist, vocalist, and conductor who holds J S. Bach’s old job in Arnstadt, Germany. The Festival is proud to host Jörg Reddin’s North American debut! Following the performance, there will be a meet-the- artists reception and tribute to Linda Berman-Hall for sponsors, donors, and season ticket holders in nearby Holy Cross Hall.

II. Love & faith in the High Baroque

  • Saturday 3 February - 7:30pm
  • UCSC Recital Hall
  • Artist In Residence Jörg Reddin, Bass-Baritone
  • Sheila Willey, Soprano
  • Vlada Volkova-Moran, Chest Organ Obligato & Continuo
  • Marc Schachman, Baroque Oboe and Oboe D’amore and The Festival Baroque Strings

J. S. Bach: Cantata 82 - Ich Habe Genug (For Bass-Baritone) Cantata 84 - Ich Bin Vergnügt Mit Meinem Glücke (For Soprano) Cantata 49 - Ich Geh Und Suche Mit Verlangen (For Soprano and Bass-Baritone)

III. Virtuoso Bach By Candlelight

  • Saturday February 24, 2024 ~ 7:30 Pm
  • Peace United Church
  • Artist-In Residence Jörg Reddin, Organ

Experience the enchanting magic of Bach by Candlelight, a mesmerizing performance by Jorg Reddin in an exquisite setting. Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Bach's compositions as they resonate through the stunning ambiance created by soft candlelight.

IV. Bach And His Precursors

  • Saturday, March 9, 2024 ~ 7:30 Pm
  • Peace United Church
  • Artist-In Residence Jörg Reddin, Bass-Baritone, Organ, Conductor
  • Sheila Willey, Soprano
  • Vlada Volkova-Moran, Organ
  • Penny Hanna, Viola Da Gamba
  • The UCSC Chamber Singers Conducted By Michael Mcgushin
  • UCSC Bach Chorale Competition Winner Awards

V. J.S. Bach Solo 'Cello Suites

  • Saturday April 6, 2024 ~ 7:30 Pm
  • UCSC Recital Hall
  • Erik Anderson, Baroque Violoncello

Indulge in the sublime harmonies of Bach's Cello Suites. Our final concert of the season ensures an evening of musical transcendence. A reception for sponsors, donors, and season ticket holders will follow adjacent to the concert.

2024 Post Season

Emerging Artist Showcase

Sunday, May 5, 2024 ~ 7:00 pm Holy Cross Church

Music In The Garden

Sunday, May 12, 2024 ~ 1 - 5 pm

Boomeria Organ & Brass Extravaganza

Saturday, July 13, 2024 ~ 1 ~ 5 pm