Vespers, Sergei Rachmaninoff with Bach Vocal Artists
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Vocal Artists
Step into a world of stillness, awe, and transcendent sound.
Rachmaninoff’s All-Night Vigil—often called the Vespers—is one of the most profound choral works of the 20th century. Drawing on ancient Russian Orthodox chant and enriched by Rachmaninoff’s luminous harmonies, this a cappella masterpiece offers a moving journey of spiritual reflection and musical brilliance.
Sung in Church Slavonic and performed by a handpicked ensemble of professional voices from across the nation, this performance invites listeners to experience the sacred through sound alone. Let the timeless beauty of unaccompanied human voices transport you to a realm of peace, reverence, and quiet wonder.
Tickets from $20
https://www.bachfestivalflorida.org/event/bva-vespers-2025
Americana: Barber, Bernstein, Copland with the Bach Vocal Artists
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Vocal Artists
Join us for an evening where music meets meaning, featuring three masterworks that explore life’s deepest questions through sound.
Leonard Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms glows with rhythmic vitality and lyrical beauty—a radiant fusion of Hebrew text, choral brilliance, and orchestral color. At once joyful and reflective, it offers a powerful testament to faith, hope, and the human spirit.
Paired with it is Aaron Copland’s In the Beginning, a bold choral setting of the Genesis creation story. Featuring mezzo-soprano soloist and chorus, Copland’s music captures the wonder of the world’s first breath.
Together, these works promise an unforgettable, soul-stirring experience.
Tickets from $20
https://www.bachfestivalflorida.org/event/americana-2026
Mozart Coronation Mass, Alto Soloist
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra • David Bjella, cello • Anna Eschbach, soprano • Morgan Peckels, mezzo-soprano • Brad Diamond, tenor • Stephen Mumbert, bass
Immerse yourself in an evening of iconic works from the Classical era—music that shaped Western art’s course.
Mozart’s Coronation Mass dazzles with operatic drama and spiritual depth, considered his finest mass from his Salzburg years. Haydn’s Cello Concerto in C showcases vibrant virtuosity and elegant classical style—a true repertoire gem. Beethoven’s Symphony No. 1 bursts with energetic rhythms and bold innovations, heralding the Romantic era’s arrival.
Together, these masterpieces offer a rich journey through the timeless beauty, emotional depth, and evolving spirit of the Classical tradition—an unforgettable celebration of music’s enduring legacy.
Tickets from $20.
https://www.bachfestivalflorida.org/event/aoe-2025
Moravian Music for Early America with Bach Vocal Artists
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Vocal Artists • Bach Chamber Orchestra
Long before Bach and Beethoven became household names, Moravian communities were composing, preserving, and performing sacred music of extraordinary beauty and depth. Their musical legacy spans continents and centuries, blending European classical traditions with a profound focus on humility, grace, and heartfelt faith.
Discover the soulful Lenten anthems that once echoed through Moravian settlements—from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, to Herrnhut, Germany—offering artistry intertwined with spiritual reflection.
Join us for an evocative journey into the sacred sounds of Moravian music, a celebration of reverence, renewal, and timeless beauty that continues to inspire and uplift hearts today.
Tickets from $20
https://www.bachfestivalflorida.org/event/early-america-2026
"Mama Says" - Tales from Motherhood and Musical Theatre
“Mama Says”- Tales from Motherhood and Musical Theatre
Please join us for a cabaret featuring Rollins College music faculty member Morgan Peckels and UCF Associate Professor for Theatre Tara D. Deady with John Olearchick, piano
7:30pm at University of Central Florida- Theatre Building Rm TBD
Parking: TBD
This event is FREE and open to the public
Vivaldi’s Choral Works with Bach Vocal Artists
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Vocal Artists • Bach Festival Chamber Orchestra
Join us for an evening of delightful surprises as we bring to life the lesser-known works of this beloved composer. From spirited choral movements to enchanting vocal harmonies, it is easy to lose yourself in the vivacious charm of Vivaldi's music. This concert promises to be a cheerful celebration of Vivaldi’s lesser-known masterpieces, guaranteed to leave you with a newfound appreciation for his genius.
Tickets start at $15
https://www.bachfestivalflorida.org/event/vivaldi-bva-2025
Bach B Minor Mass with Bach Vocal Artists
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Vocal Artists with Members of the Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra
Widely hailed as the pinnacle of musical achievement, this monumental work is considered by many to be the greatest piece of music ever written. For the Bach Festival Society, showcasing this masterpiece is not just a performance – it's a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and dedication to preserving Bach's legacy. A tour de force of Bach's genius, the Mass in B Minor stands as the perfect compilation of all the techniques and styles he mastered throughout his illustrious career. This work represents Bach's ultimate gift to the future, solidifying his status as one of the most important composers to ever live.
Tickets start at $15
https://www.bachfestivalflorida.org/event/b-minor-2025
Alto Soloist- Handel's Messiah
Handel’s Messiah- Alto Soloist
with Messiah Choral Society of Orlando
Steinmetz Hall, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
3:00 pm
FREE EVENT
https://www.messiahchoralsociety.org
Alto Soloist- Mozart Requiem in D Minor
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra • Clara Rottsolk, soprano • Morgan Davis Peckels, mezzo-soprano • Steven Soph, tenor • Brian Ming Chu, bass
Experience the enduring brilliance of Mozart’s Requiem. Widely regarded as one of the finest choral masterpieces ever composed, Mozart’s Requiem enchants audiences with its profound beauty and emotional depth. From the intricate melodies of the Kyrie to the thunderous majesty of the Dies Irae, every moment of this iconic work is a testament to Mozart’s genius. Paired with Sibelius’ Finlandia and the world premiere of Ted Ricketts’ newly composed Songs of War and Peace, this evening is sure to leave you impacted by a well-curated repertoire of triumphant music.
Tickets start at $30
https://www.bachfestivalflorida.org/event/mozart-sibelius-ricketts-2024
Alto Soloist, The Greatest Composers You’ve Never Heard Of: Volume 2
Alto Soloist- Gessinger Mass with the Bach Festival Chamber Choir and Orchestra
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Festival Chamber Choir and Orchestra • Byeol Kim, piano • Jessica Speak, clarinet
In a tribute to the unsung geniuses of Europe's musical heyday, we invite you to discover the forgotten melodies and intricate harmonies of brilliant composers who slipped through the cracks of history. While Bach's name echoes through the ages, countless talents remained obscured, lacking the patronage to propel them to fame. Join us on a journey of rediscovery as we bring these neglected masters back to life, their works echoing through hallowed halls once more. Don't miss this rare opportunity to experience the magic of the forgotten.
Tickets start at $15
https://www.bachfestivalflorida.org/event/greatest-composers-2024
Trio Recital featuring Anna Eschbach, Soprano and Stephen Mumbert, Baritone with John Olearchick, piano
Faculty Recital featuring Anna Eschbach-Soprano, Morgan Peckels-Mezzo-Soprano, and Stephen Mumbert-Baritone with John Olearchick, Piano
An afternoon of Opera, Art Song, and Musical Theatre
Free and open to the public
Bach Vocal Artists: Songs for the Soul
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Vocal Artists
The Bach Vocal Artists conclude the 89th season by performing a selection of choral music that promises to feed the soul and the intellect through its sheer beauty and elegance. Truly…Songs for the Soul.
Tickets start at $15
Mezzo Soloist, Dan Forrest’s Jubilate Deo, with The Brevard Symphony Orchestra
The Brevard Community Chorus, Brevard Chorale, Brevard Youth Chorus, and other area singers join the BSO for Dan Forrest’s Jubilate Deo – a joyful and jubilant celebration sung in seven different languages! Aaron Copland’s iconic Appalachian Spring opens the concert.
For tickets https://brevardsymphony.com/event/bso-signature-6-series-celebrate/
Mezzo Soloist, Voices of Light: The Passion of Joan of Arc (Copy)
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Festival Chamber Choir and Orchestra
Anna Eschbach, soprano; Morgan Peckels, mezzo soprano, John Grau, tenor; Stephen Mumbert, bass
Voices of Light features the legendary silent film masterpiece The Passion of Joan of Arc (1928) paired with a musical score composed by Richard Einhorn, whose music is praised as "brilliantly effective" and "moving" by the New York Times. Past patrons have described this compelling program as “life changing.
Tickets start at $15
Mezzo Soloist, Voices of Light: The Passion of Joan of Arc
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Festival Chamber Choir and Orchestra
Anna Eschbach, soprano; Morgan Peckels, mezzo soprano, John Grau, tenor; Stephen Mumbert, bass
Voices of Light features the legendary silent film masterpiece The Passion of Joan of Arc (1928) paired with a musical score composed by Richard Einhorn, whose music is praised as "brilliantly effective" and "moving" by the New York Times. Past patrons have described this compelling program as “life changing.
Tickets start at $15
Mezzo Soloist, J.S. Bach Magnificat in D Major
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra
Anna Eschbach, soprano; Morgan Peckels, mezzo soprano; John Grau, tenor; Stephen Mumbert, bass; Brennan Hall, soloist
This program celebrates the genius of Bach and Handel. Delight in The Magnificat in D Major in all its choral and orchestral glory. This is Bach at his most joyous. Then savor his iconic Orchestral Suite No. 3.
A collection of Handel’s finest arias will be sung by Orlando native and Rollins alumnus Brennan Hall. Brennan won first prize in the International Countertenor Vocal Competition at Havana’s Les Voix Humaines Festival in 2015 and has been praised for his “remarkably rich voice … and admirable musical intelligence.” (San Francisco Classical Voice)
Tickets start at $15
Bach Vocal Artists: The Splendor of Baroque Magnificats
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Vocal Artists
Grandeur and ingenuity abound through five Baroque era composers’ settings of the Magnificat, a canticle of praise to Mary: Vivaldi, Telemann, Zelenka, Caldara and Heinecken. This program will feature the virtuosic ensemble, Bach Vocal Artists.
Tickets start at $15
Bach Vocal Artists: Handel's Roman Vespers
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Vocal Artists
Dixit Dominus, Laudate pueri Dominus, and Nisi Dominus were commissioned by Handel’s Roman patron, Cardinal Colonna. These are some of the most charming examples of Handel’s early music and are rarely heard together.
Tickets start at $15
Mezzo Soloist, Haydn's Mass in F Major
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Festival Chamber Choir and Orchestra
Daniel Adam Maltz, fortepiano; Anna Eschbach, soprano; Morgan Peckels, mezzo soprano
Guest artist Daniel Adam Maltz, along with his pianoforte, re-creates the instrumental ensemble as Haydn configured it at the Esterhazy estate. A virtuosic musician and scholar of Viennese Classicism, Mr. Maltz will offer insight on the fortepiano, the pre-curser to the modern piano, while performing with the Bach Festival Chamber Choir, Orchestra, and vocal soloists.
Tickets from $15
Bach Vocal Artists: Marriage of Music and Poetry
For the final concert of their inaugural year, the Bach Vocal Artists will present a program entitled “The Marriage of Music and Poetry” patterned after a Rollins College class by the same name taught for many years by Dr. Sinclair. This hybrid program will use beautiful choral settings and insightful commentary to explore the relationship between music, the language of sound, and poetry, the music of language.
Bach Vocal Artists: Odes and a Hymn for St. Cecilia by Purcell, Handel, and Britten
For the second concert in their inaugural season, the Bach Vocal Artists will pay homage to St. Cecilia, the patron saint of music and musicians. Works by British composers Henry Purcell, George Frederick Handel, and Benjamin Britten will be featured.
Faculty Recital
An afternoon of music featuring Sopranos Anna Eschbach and Samantha Barnes Daniel, Mezzo-Soprano Morgan Davis Peckels and John Olearchick on Piano
Bach Vocal Artists: Haydn, Hummel, Hensel
The Bach Festival Society proudly announces the debut of the Bach Vocal Artists, an elite professional vocal chamber ensemble for music lovers in Central Florida. Members of the Bach Vocal Artists, selected from all over the nation, will be placed in residence and will perform three programs in their inaugural season. Join us for the first of these, featuring the glorious music of Joseph Haydn, Johann Hummel, and Fanny Hensel. This evening of pure elegance will mark the beginning of an exciting new Bach Festival Society tradition.