When Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach wrote in 1775 that Telemann "raised me out of the baptismal font," he may very well have meant that in both a symbolic and literal way. You see, Telemann was Emanuel’s godfather, and fulfilled that role extensively throughout Emanuel’s life. Join Night Music in an intimate and colorful program that explores Telemann as The Godfather with works by The Godson and J.G. Janitsch.

Pre-concert lecture by Dr. Ellen Exner (The Philadelphia Orchestra) at 6:15

Program:

Georg Philipp Telemann: from "Quatuors Parisiens" TWV 43 A1

Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach: Trio Sonata in a minor, Wq 148

Johann Gottlieb Janitsch: Quadro Sonata in c minor

CPE Bach: Rondo for solo keyboard

CPE Bach: Oboe sonata in G minor, Wq 135

Pay what you can: Suggested donation $30 general admission, $20 senior, $10 student. Tickets required: click here

Performers: Leon Schelhase, Harpsichord, Priscilla Herreid, Oboe, Karen Dekker, Violin / Viola, Steven Zohn, Flute, Heather Miller Lardin, Viola da Gamba / Double bass