Holy Week: The 48

The Well-Tempered Clavier

Libby Burgess piano

Performance 1 of 6

The first instalment in the City of London stage of Libby Burgess’ epic project to perform Bach’s monumental 48 in each of the 48 counties of England in aid of musical charities. (For more information about Libby's residence at the festival: click here). What better way to start the day than in the company of Bach in this oasis of tranquillity off Fleet Street? Tea and coffee will be served at this breakfast performance.

Prelude and Fugue in C major BWV 846 (Book 1)
Prelude and Fugue in G minor BWV 861 (Book 1)
Prelude and Fugue in C minor BWV 847 (Book 1)
Prelude and Fugue in Eb major BWV 876 (Book 2)
Prelude and Fugue in D# minor BWV 877 (Book 2)
Prelude and Fugue in Bb minor BWV 867 (Book 1)
Prelude and Fugue in Bb major BWV 866 (Book 1)
Prelude and Fugue in G major BWV 884 (Book 2)

^{Duration: approximately 45 minutes}