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Program Notes: Johann Sebastian Bach – Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068

Welcome, dear concert-goer, to a vibrant celebration of Baroque grandeur and elegance from the eternal master, Johann Sebastian Bach. Tonight, we present his magnificent Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068, a work that, while best known for its iconic "Air," is a complete feast of dazzling orchestration, rhythmic vitality, and melodic charm.

Bach: Master of the Court and Concert Hall

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) is often revered for his profound sacred music and intricate keyboard works. However, his four orchestral suites (sometimes called "Overtures," after their opening movement) showcase a different facet of his genius: his mastery of secular, instrumental music designed for court entertainment, festive

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