Johann Sebastian Bach – Goldberg Variations, BWV 988 (arranged for string trio)

Begin your Saturday with a fresh take on Bach’s Goldberg Variations, presented in a brilliant string trio arrangement.

Composed as a set of 30 variations on a simple aria, this masterpiece reveals Bach’s unparalleled skill in counterpoint and invention. In this unique arrangement, the variations come to life with intricate interplay between the strings, offering a new perspective on each variation’s depth and character.

Featuring:

Freya Goldmark, violin

Edgar Francis, viola

Nathaniel Boyd, cello

 

Stamford International Music Festival 2025 May 15th-17th

Led by international violinist and festival director Freya Goldmark, SIMFestival is a vibrant annual celebration of chamber music, bringing together 14 exceptional musicians for an intimate and dynamic series of performances each May. Our 2025 festival embraces the Sounds of Spain, showcasing works by Bizet, Turina, de Falla, Boccherini and Granados alongside beloved masterpieces by Schubert, Mendelssohn, Bach and Haydn. With large ensemble pieces, solo recitals, a world premiere and a dedicated children’s concert, the festival offers a chance to hear some of the best chamber music performed in the historic town of Stamford.

Please visit www.simfestival.com for more information.