Summer Sing

Sunday, August 16, 2026 | 2:00 pm | Tiedtke Concert Hall

Lift Your Voice: Join Summer Sing with the Bach Festival Society

Discover the extraordinary power of choral music from the inside out. You’re invited to step beyond the audience and join us for Summer Sing. Under the baton of Dr. John V. Sinclair, you’ll explore rich vocal harmonies in an encouraging, welcoming atmosphere. No formal training is required. Invite a friend and share in an unforgettable event of community and music-making.

Roomful of Teeth

Sunday, October 4, 2026 | 3:00 pm | Knowles Memorial Chapel

Two-time Grammy Award–winning vocal ensemble Roomful of Teeth redefines the capabilities of the human voice. Their signature blend of global vocal techniques and bold contemporary repertoire creates a visceral, world-class musical experience. This performance is a must-see for those seeking a fresh and modern perspective on the choral tradition.

Berlioz Requiem

Sunday, October 25, 2026 | 3:00 pm | Steinmetz Hall

Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra • John V. Sinclair, conductor • Jonathan Boyd, tenor

Experience a monumental once-in-a-lifetime musical event as the Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra perform Hector Berlioz’s Requiem. Renowned for its massive orchestral forces and the thunderous “Dies irae,” this performance utilizes dramatic space to create an overwhelming, almost apocalyptic wall of sound. It is a profound exploration of solemn liturgical text through bold, transcendent orchestration.

Fables, Feathers, and Fins with the Bach Vocal Artists

Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 7:30 pm | Tiedtke Concert Hall

Bach Vocal Artists • John V. Sinclair, conductor

Immerse yourself in a world of storytelling through music inspired by animals, myths, and whimsical creatures. The program centers on Gian Carlo Menotti’s The Unicorn, the Gorgon, and the Manticore, a lively madrigal fable blending humor and satire. This imaginative performance offers a delightful journey through moral reflection and musical wit.

Boston Six with the Bach Festival Chamber Choir

Friday, November 13, 2026 | 7:30 pm | Tiedtke Concert Hall

Bach Festival Chamber Choir and Orchestra • John V. Sinclair, conductor

Explore the roots of the late 19th-century American classical tradition with a program dedicated to "The Boston Six:" composers Amy Beach, George Whitefield Chadwick, Arthur Foote, Edward MacDowell, John Knowles Paine, and Horatio Parker. This group of composers sought to establish a distinctly American voice within the European Romantic tradition. It is a richly melodic evening that provides a fascinating historical look at the pioneers of American music.

A Classic Christmas

Saturday, December 12, 2026 | 1:00 pm | Knowles Memorial Chapel

Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra • John V. Sinclair, conductor • Catherine Psarakis, soprano • Kevin Deas, bass-baritone

A cherished Central Florida tradition; A Classic Christmas returns to the beautiful Knowles Memorial Chapel for a program of stunning holiday arrangements. Featuring the acclaimed Bach Choir, Orchestra, and Bach Youth Choir, and guest soloists, this performance captures the timeless expression of the Christmas story through a rich, soaring sound. This year’s concert will also be filmed by WUCF for a national broadcast on PBS stations.

A Classic Christmas

Saturday, December 13, 2026 | 3:30 pm | Knowles Memorial Chapel

Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra • John V. Sinclair, conductor • Catherine Psarakis, soprano • Kevin Deas, bass-baritone

A cherished Central Florida tradition, A Classic Christmas returns to the beautiful Knowles Memorial Chapel for a program of stunning holiday arrangements. Featuring the acclaimed Bach Choir, Orchestra, and Bach Youth Choir, and guest soloists, this performance captures the timeless expression of the Christmas story through a rich, soaring sound. This year’s concert will also be filmed by WUCF for national broadcast on PBS stations.

A Classic Christmas

Sunday, December 13, 2026 | 1:00 pm | Knowles Memorial Chapel

Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra • John V. Sinclair, conductor • Catherine Psarakis, soprano • Kevin Deas, bass-baritone

A cherished Central Florida tradition; A Classic Christmas returns to the beautiful Knowles Memorial Chapel for a program of stunning holiday arrangements. Featuring the acclaimed Bach Choir, Orchestra, and Bach Youth Choir, and guest soloists, this performance captures the timeless expression of the Christmas story through a rich, soaring sound. This year’s concert will also be filmed by WUCF for national broadcast on PBS stations.

A Classic Christmas

Sunday, December 12, 2026 | 3:30 pm | Knowles Memorial Chapel

Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra • John V. Sinclair, conductor • Catherine Psarakis, soprano • Kevin Deas, bass-baritone

A cherished Central Florida tradition, A Classic Christmas returns to the beautiful Knowles Memorial Chapel for a program of stunning holiday arrangements. Featuring the acclaimed Bach Choir, Orchestra, and Bach Youth Choir, and guest soloists, this performance captures the timeless expression of the Christmas story through a rich, soaring sound. This year’s concert will also be filmed by WUCF for national broadcast on PBS stations.

Paul Galbraith, guitar

Sunday, January 17, 2027 | 3:00 pm | Tiedtke Concert Hall

Renowned as one of the greatest guitarists of our time, Paul Galbraith brings his innovative playing style and deeply emotive artistry to the stage. His unique approach to the instrument allows for a richer, more resonant sound that breathes new life into classical arrangements. Experience a master at work in an intimate setting that highlights his virtuosic talent.