Experience the beauty and brilliance of live Baroque music at the annual Bach Festival, presented by Baldwin Wallace University. This beloved Northeast Ohio tradition brings together world-class faculty, students, and guest artists for a vibrant celebration of the music of Johann Sebastian Bach and his contemporaries. *Festival Highlight: Concerto Countdown - Friday, April 17th at 7pm* Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind event featuring Bach’s exhilarating concerti for *2, 3, and even 4 harpsichords*—a rare opportunity to experience these dazzling works live, showcasing the extraordinary interplay between multiple soloists and orchestra. *Featured Events – Saturday, April 18th:* - *“Preluding…” (Organ Studio Performance)* 1:30 PM | Lindsay-Crossman Chapel - *FENCES: Music of Bach, Pärt, Brahms, and Sisask* *(ticketed)* 2:00 PM | Lindsay-Crossman Chapel “Fences” explores the technical boundaries composers set for themselves—self-imposed constraints that clarify musical thought while fueling ingenuity. Featuring works by Pärt, Sisask, Brahms, and Bach, the program reveals how limitation can become a powerful engine of invention. - *Festival Brass* 6:15 PM | Marting Hall Lawn & Tower A lively, family-friendly favorite—perfect for introducing children and newcomers to the excitement of live Bach. - *Mass in G Minor & Magnificat, J.S. Bach* *(ticketed)* 7:00 PM | Gamble Auditorium Featuring the BW Motet Choir, Orchestra, and guest soloists in one of Bach’s most powerful choral programs. Tickets and full schedule information are available at bw.edu/schools/conservatory/bach-festival/ or by calling 440.826.8065. Join us and be part of one of Northeast Ohio’s most treasured musical traditions! *Sarah Lynne Bailey* Bach Festival Manager sbailey@bw.edu