J.S. Bach’s Goldberg Variations has become one of the most celebrated works ever written for keyboard. And rightly so! It is almost a textbook on Baroque style and interpretation. The aria with 30 variations illustrates the best of dazzling virtuosity, compelling dance rhythms, the genius of counterpoint, and the heights and depths of expressivity.

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Renowned harpsichordist, Arthur Haas, will conduct a detailed master class of this iconic masterpiece touching on each of the variations, searching for how to solve its myriad problems, both technically and musically., and how to determine each variation’s unique qualities.

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Participants need not know the entire composition to enroll, but everyone should be prepared to play at least several variations from each third of the set – 1-10, 11-20, and 21-30. Limited enrollment will be decided by recorded audition only. Auditors are most welcome.