The Goldberg Variations

Featuring

Irish Chamber Orchestra
Henning Kraggerud Director/Violin

Programme

J.S. Bach Goldberg Variations (Arr. Kraggerud/Lund)

Whether you’re a newcomer to Bach, or a die-hard fan, this is the perfect place to experience the endlessly fascinating, inventive little masterpieces that form the Goldberg Variations. Before the interval, Norwegian violinist Henning Kraggerud will talk us through his acclaimed arrangement for strings, before performing the stirring, beautiful, dance-like whole alongside the Irish Chamber Orchestra.

Be amazed as he tackles the brilliance of Bach. Hear the Goldberg Variations arranged for strings like never before, as Henning puts his own stamp on this iconic work. A lesson in wonder, tragedy turns to comedy, energetic and joyful scales celebrate the basics of music. Henning’s brilliant and refreshing view will reveal the magic of these brilliant works in new, unexpected ways.