In the pre-concert talks, Festival Education Director David Gordon introduces each concert, describes the origins of the music in the context of history and the composer’s life, and offers fascinating historical notes and anecdotes.
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Pre-Concert Talks
Saturdays, July 19, 26, Aug. 2 at 2:30pm
The Life and Times of the Concerto – Dr. Grant Voth

Saturdays, July 26, Aug. 2 at 6:45pm

To Whom It May Concern David Gordon


Sundays, July 20, 27, Aug. 3 at 12:45pm
Blessed are they who mourn – David Gordon

Mondays, July 21, 28, Aug. 4 at 6:45pm

Bach and Brahms: two great masters – David Gordon


Tuesdays, July 22, 29, Aug. 5 at 6:45pm
Agreeing to Disagree – Dr. Grant Voth

Wednesdays, July 23, 30, Aug. 6 at 6:45pm

Motets Ancient and Modern Associate Conductor Andrew Megill


Thursdays, July 24, 31, Aug. 7 at 6:45pm

Music for Diverse Instruments – David Gordon


Fridays, July 15, Aug. 1, 8 at 6:45pm

The Piano Return -  David Gordon

Presented by David Gordon,

Dr. Grant Voth and

Andrew Megill

Bach Festival 2008 Season: July 19 – August 9 credits \ © 2006 Carmel Bach Festival