Thomas Trotter plays Bach’s Trio Sonatas

Fri 29 May 7:30pm at Symphony Hall

(c) Adrian Burrows

(c) Adrian Burrows

It is said that Bach wrote these six miniature masterpieces as training studies for his son Wilhelm Friedmann. Written in three parts (one for each hand and one for the feet!), they are still amongst the most taxing pieces in all organ music, requiring physical dexterity and superb artistry to realise their vitality and charm.

*BBC Music magazine’s Editor, Oliver Condy, explains
why he has recommended tonight’s concert:*
‘The master of organ performance tackles Bach’s fiendish, extraordinary Trio Sonatas. Few organists would dare play all six in performance, but then Trotter has a reputation for being pretty fearless at the keyboard. If you want to be astounded by technique and musical beauty, this is the concert for you. The Symphony Hall Klais organ is perfect for this repertoire too.’

BBC Music Magazine

6.15pm Pre-concert conversation with Thomas Trotter

The concert will finish at approx. 9.30pm

£5, £8, £10, £12.50, £15, £17.50, £20
60plus £5, £7, £9, £11.50, £14, £16, £18.50
Full-time students, unders 25s £4, £5, £6.25, £7.50, £8.75, £10

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