Start Time
- 7:30p on Saturday, March 23
- 2:30p on Sunday, March 24
conductor
Ken-David Masur
harpsichord & leader
Mahan Esfahani
violin & leader
Rachell Ellen Wong
Milwaukee Symphony Chorus
Chorus director
Cheryl Frazes Hill
J.S. Bach
Brandenburg Concerto No. 3
J.S. Bach
Harpsichord Concerto in A major
J.S. Bach
Violin Concerto in A minor
J.S. Bach
Magnificat in D major
CONCERT DETAILS
Johann Sebastian Bach’s birthday celebration continues as Music Director Ken-David Masur, harpsichordist Mahan Esfahani, and Baroque violinist Rachell Ellen Wong lead the Milwaukee Symphony in favorite Bach masterpieces. This second of two programs culminates with Bach’s Magnificat, which celebrates its 300th anniversary in 2023. The Milwaukee Symphony Chorus lends its power to Magnificat’s story, in which Mary first discovers she will bear God’s son; its sacred message is told in her voice, beginning with “Magnificat anima mea Dominum” or “My soul magnifies the Lord.”
Saturday, March 23
Free Panel Discussion - Bach and Our World
Join us between the Saturday, March 23 concerts for a free mid-day festival panel discussion from 5:00- 6:00 pm in the Ellen & Joe Checota Atrium featuring Music Director Ken-David Masur, MSO Chorus Director Cheryl Frazes Hill, with special guests Rachell Ellen Wong, violin, and Mahan Esfahani, harpsichord, titled “Bach and Our World". Plus enjoy special performances by community partners Chant Claire and the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music in the Ellen & Joe Checota Atrium.
Pre-Concert Performance
Join us for a pre concert performance in the Atrium from 6:45 - 7:15 pm featuring Chant Claire, Ben Bedroske, artistic director.
Food & Beverage Service
Resonance Food Co. offers a variety of choices, prepared on-site by our full-time chefs. Beginning 90 minutes before each performance, enjoy tasty treats and libations at numerous bar locations throughout the Bradley Symphony Center.
Note: Meet the Music will not be offered as part of this program.
Sunday, March 24
Pre-Concert Performance
Join us in the Ellen and Joe Checota Atrium from 1:45 - 2:15 pm for a performance featuring The Milwaukee Choristers.
Food & Beverage Service
Resonance Food Co. offers a variety of choices, prepared on-site by our full-time chefs. Beginning 90 minutes before each performance, enjoy tasty treats and libations at numerous bar locations throughout the Bradley Symphony Center.
Note: Meet the Music will not be offered as part of this program.
Support
Start Time
- 7:30p on Saturday, March 23
- 2:30p on Sunday, March 24
conductor
Ken-David Masur
harpsichord & leader
Mahan Esfahani
violin & leader
Rachell Ellen Wong
Milwaukee Symphony Chorus
Chorus director
Cheryl Frazes Hill
J.S. Bach
Brandenburg Concerto No. 3
J.S. Bach
Harpsichord Concerto in A major
J.S. Bach
Violin Concerto in A minor
J.S. Bach
Magnificat in D major