Midtown Concerts • House of Time
J.S. Bach’s A Musical Offering
Melanie Williams ~ flute
Gonzalo X. Ruiz ~ oboe da caccia, guitar
Tatiana Daubek ~ violin
Stephen Goist ~ viola
Matt Zucker ~ violoncello
Elliot Figg ~ harpsichord
A Musical Offering is often thought of as one of Bach’s thorniest works, but House of Time’s colorful rendition, along with Gonzalo X. Ruiz’s witty and engaging narration turns it into an entertaining and accessible tour through the wonders of this contrapuntal masterpiece. Follow along as Bach’s musical juggling reaches heavenly heights, and gains new insight into the mysteries of its creation.
House of Time, known for its “fluency and command” (San Francisco Classical Voice) and “fine playing, cohesiveness and creativity” (Early Music America) is dedicated to both well-known and underperformed repertoire of the 17th through the 21st century played on period instruments. Members and guests include faculty and alumni of The Juilliard School as well as prize winners of major international competitions. Using the instruments and techniques of the past to express the vivid passions in the music, House of Time has moved audiences and keeps them coming back for more.
