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Arizona Bach Festival Events

Sunday  •  March 18, 2012  •  3:00 p.m.
 

In celebration of J.S. Bach's 327th Birthday!

“Bach's Bottom*”
The Basso Continuo in Bach's Music

A lecture/demonstration by
Dr. Guy Whatley

(*the lowest line of music)

click here for posterLearn more about the foundation of Baroque music and about the tremendous skills involved in making this music come to life. This lecture/demo by Dr. Guy Whatley (website/bio) showcases the mysterious creation of a keyboard part from a single bass line and some tiny numbers.

Whether you are a complete “newbie” or hold a doctorate in music, you can gain some insight into the creative process involved in “realizing” the continuo. (Click on the image to the right for a PDF poster suitable for printing and sharing!)

Sunday, March 18, 3 pm
Recital Hall/Womack Center
Central United Methodist Church
1875 N Central Ave, Phoenix
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Admission: $15
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