Bach's Musical Testament: A Drama of Faith and Reason

Name: Bach's Musical Testament: A Drama of Faith and Reason
Start: 2026-11-18T19:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-18T22:30:00+01:00
Location: Garnisonskirken

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 · 19:30

Garnisonskirken, Copenhagen · 200/150 kr. · ≈ 20 €

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Bach's Musical Testament: A Drama of Faith and Reason — Garnisonskirken, Copenhagen

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The Musical Offering is one of J.S. Bach's final works and is considered the old master's musical testament. In this work, he demonstrates polyphonic composition technique in its ultimate form - a final demonstration of the Baroque era's rule-based, Christian-founded worldview.

About the event: Bach's Musical Testament: A Drama of Faith and Reason

1747

composed

BWV 1079

catalog number

Good to know

Baroque music with cannons, fugues and trio sonatas by J.S. Bach
The work is written for chamber ensemble - typically flute, violin and continuo
The concert has a dramaturgical framework around the themes of faith and reason
Suitable for adults and music-interested young people
Check the organizer's website for exact playing time and any intermission
Buy tickets in good time - Bach concerts in Copenhagen are often sold out

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