Internationally renowned countertenor Iestyn Davies most recently wowed New York audiences with his portrayal of the baroque era’s “rockstar” castrato Farinelli in Farinelli and the King on Broadway. In the 2018 -2019 season Davies will sing with the Glyndebourne Festival, the Metropolitan Opera, and Lyric Opera in repertoire ranging from baroque to contemporary works.

Bach’s cantatas for alto take us on a musical journey from fear and uncertainty to conviction in faith. Experience the genius of Bach as Iestyn Davies sings some of the master's most daring and inventive music. You’ll hear the gorgeous strings of the Haymarket Opera Orchestra with guest oboist Stephen Bard and organist/harpsichordist Andrew Rosenblum. Artistic Director Craig Trompeter leads the ensemble and takes a turn as soloist in Telemann’s delightful Suite in D Major for viola da gamba and strings. 

Saturday, March 9, 2019 - 7:30pm

Old St. Patrick's Church
700 West Adams St
Chicago, IL 60661

Tickets: $25 - $500

*Please note that the balcony seating is not handicap accessible

Tickets priced at $500 in rows A, B, and C include an invitation to join Iestyn Davies and HOC Artistic Advisor Harry Bicket for an intimate champagne reception immediately following the performance. $325 of each $500 ticket is considered a tax-deductible donation. Tickets are very limited for this rare opportunity!

*Free parking is available in the Old St. Patrick’s parking garage, located at 229 S. Des Plaines after 6pm. To ensure free parking please pull a ticket from the machine labeled Old St. Patrick’s when entering the garage and use this ticket when exiting.

This performance with Iestyn Davies is generously supported by Suzanne L. Wagner and David J. Rice. 

Program:

Bach Cantata No. 54 Widerstehe doch der Sünde

Muffat Sonata da camera No. 5

Bach/Stölzel Bekkenen will ich seinen Namen

Telemann Suite in D Major for viola da gamba and strings

Bach Cantata no. 170 Vergnügte Ruh, beliebte Seelenlust