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While my taste in music is quite eclectic, classical compositions have always had a special place in my heart. The timeless quality of academic music is both inspiring and remarkable in its technical perfection. I especially enjoy Baroque composers such as Bach, Vivaldi, and Handel, which is why I was happy to attend Fort Wayne Bach Collegium recital. The hard work of gifted players, the conductor’s dedication, and naturally the beauty of Bach’s compositions made the concert an unforgettable experience.

I attended a classical music concert on May 4, 2018. in Joseph Decuis Farm park. The venue was elegant and climatic as well as somewhat reminiscent of countryside. I is located approximately 5 miles west of I-69 via West Jefferson Blvd. and Liberty Mills Road. Joseph Decuis is not simply a concert venue. It also houses restaurants, cafes, retail stores, an inn, making the guests feel like they are receiving a whole experience, not just going to listen to music.

The orchestra included many gifted musicians including flutists Luke Fitzpatrick, violinist Olga Yurkova,, harpsichord player Alexander Klepach, and Violetta Todorova as the conductor. Additionally, Derek Reeves and Debra Welter played violas with Orion Rapp on oboe and Andrew Lott on trumpet (“Bach in the Barn”). All the players did their best to deliver a great performance.

I have attended several of their performances during a 3 day period. However, I was particularly impressed by Bach pieces. His Symphony in F major H. 665 was harmonious and soft. The conductor made an effort to distinguish between gentle stages and rapid and bold parts. Another Bach selection that I particularly enjoyed is the Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D major, BWV 1050. I have actually listened to the piece before, and the piece remains one of my favorite classical compositions. It starts like a traditional dance, but turns into a symphonic explosion of sound and beauty. I could see that it made the audience feel alive with abundant powers. One might think looking at sheet music that the horns would stand out, but the composer managed to unite them with other instruments into one beautiful harmony. It appears that initially the first movement did not have a mark. The performance of the movement of four movements lasted about 20 minutes. The next movement has a remarkable quick counterpoint that creates an atmosphere of harmony and eliminates the contrast between small concertino groups and tutti ensembles (Bach).

My favorite part of the experience was watching the orchestra In order to become a classical performer one need to have excellent musical talents and mentality. Moreover, they have to train from a very young age. There are demands on the aspect of talent, musicality, mentality, opportunity, environment, hard work, sacrificing time, and physical endurance. They have to spend endless hours practicing, and in order to do that, academic players truly have to love what they do. It is never more obvious as when they perform on stage. The musicians looked inspired, dedicating themselves to every note. Moreover, Ms. Todorova was especially impressive, uniting the work of her team into one cohesive performance.

While becoming an orchestra musician is tough, basically it is a fun job. Especially when viewed from an external perspective, the audience, music lovers, and people who know little about this profession may thinks that it is easy. I myself was captured by the people on stage. They looked cool and elegant. After the concert, I and several other attendees came up to the players to ask them for autographs and selfies which they were happy to provide. They were also willing to talk about the performance and the aspects of Bach’s music they likes the most. 

In general, the audience during the concert behaved very well. Many people were involved and dedicated to what was happening on the stage. However, a young man sitting behind me kept messaging someone on his phone and spoiling the experience for himself and others. Moreover, his actions could have distracted the players and prevented them from doing a good job. It is not without purpose that people are asked to turn off their mobile devices during recitals. Coming to the concert is an interaction. If one is not paying attention, the atmosphere is lost on them. Thus, instead of attending a fairly expensive event, one could just stay at home and listen to Bach there.

Something that is felt when watching orchestra music is already ascertained that music is soul food. Amidst the cacophony of city congestion, listening to music makes the soul calm and relaxed. Classical European Music is known to soothe the soul. Moreover, seeing the attitude of players on stage who dedicate themselves to their performance is very inspiring. Moreover, orchestra music is perfect because it brings together many people who play different musical instruments to create a harmony. It is refreshing because it includes entertainment that is both visual and audio based

I have immensely enjoyed my experience in Fort Wayne Bach Collegium. Bach’s music was superb, and my appreciation of it was enhanced by fellow concert goers and the atmosphere if appreciation they have created. Moreover, the dedication and mastery of the players elevated the experience.

Works Cited

Bach, Johann Sebastian, 1685-1750. Analysis Record of Brandenburg Concertos Nos. 1-6. [New York] :RCA Victor, 1960. Audio Recording.

“Bach in the Barn - The Brandenburg Concertos.” The Phil, Fort Wayne Philharmonic , 2 May 2018, fwphil.org/events/bach-in-the-barn-the-brandenburg-concertos-1.

Todorova, Violetta. “Bach in the Barn - The Brandenburg Concertos.” 3 May 2018, Columbia City, Joseph Decuis Farm.