Brandenburg Concertos: Orchestra Barocca Zefiro

About the Event

Experience the enchanting melodies of Johann Sebastian Bach's Brandenburg Concertos at the Teatro de la Maestranza in Seville. These masterpieces, presented to the Margrave of Brandenburg‐Schwedt in 1721, have since become one of the most cherished collections of Baroque music. Composed for a diverse array of instruments, Bach pushed the boundaries of orchestral music, showcasing the virtuosity of the musicians of that time.

Musicians like Philip Pickett have delved into the deeper meanings within these concertos, suggesting symbolic and allegorical elements that elevate the music to a grand tableau. By praising the Margrave as a heroic figure, Bach simultaneously reminds him of the transient nature of glory and the mundane realities of life. The concertos serve as a powerful vanitas, prompting reflection on the impermanence of existence.

Leading the Zefiro Baroque Orchestra is renowned oboist Alfredo Bernardini. This exceptional ensemble, born out of the Historically Informed Performance movement in the 80s, showcases Bernardini, Paolo (oboe), and Alberto Grazz (bassoon) as outstanding interpreters of Baroque music. With a focus on wind instruments, Zefiro has received international acclaim and numerous awards for their recordings of 18th century repertoire. Bernardini, an acclaimed Baroque oboist himself, is actively involved in prestigious festivals and collaborates with esteemed ensembles such as the Baroque Orchestra of Seville (Orquesta Barroca de Sevilla).