Bach goes Merseburg

Dive into a captivating evening featuring the majestic organ sounds in the historic Storkyrkan, Stockholm! Experience the timeless compositions of Johann Sebastian Bach alongside other renowned works, performed by the talented Aleksanteri Wallius from Helsingfors.

🎼 Program Highlights:

• Franz Liszt (1811-1886)
  Präludium und Fuge über den Namen BACH, S.260
• Olli Saari (b. 1990)
  Night Music
  I. Funeral March
  II. Tryst
  III. Ritual
• Julius Reubke (1834-1858)
  Sonata on the 94th Psalm
  I. Grave - Larghetto
  II. Allegro con fuoco - Grave
  III. Adagio - Lento
  IV. Allego - Più mosso - Allegro assai

Merseburg Cathedral holds a legendary status in the annals of German organ music, having once captivated Bach himself. This concert pays homage to his influence through Liszt's tribute and the evocative pieces lined up throughout the evening. Prepare to be moved by the profound themes of justice and spiritual struggle that resonate through Reubke’s impressive sonata, originally premiered on the illustrious Ladegast organ.

📍 Location: Storkyrkan
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Join us for a night of deep reflection and musical brilliance! ✨