Salastina presents Bach's comic oratorio about coffee addiction. Modern, English adaptation by the incomparably witty Vid Guerrerio.
Arrive and mingle between 11 and 11:15 AM. Enjoy a chat about the history of coffee and music in the 17th century while you nurse your drink. The musical performance will begin promptly at 11:45.
Program:
JS Bach: Coffee Cantata, BWV 211 (Schweigt stille, plaudert nicht)
Performers:
Angel Riley, Soprano
Jon Lee Keenan, Tenor
John Buffett, Bass
Kevin Kumar and Maia Jasper White, violins and co-directors
Luke Maurer, guest viola
Ross Gasworth, guest cello
Benjamin Smolen, resident flute
Ian Pritchard, harpsichord