Goldberg Flamenco Suite

When two worlds converge, magic occasionally sparks. This is what we witness when Bach meets flamenco. Johann Sebastian Bach’s Goldberg Variations, composed in 1741, are considered one of the pinnacles of Baroque music. The creative fire of flamenco guitarist Jur Vermijs was ignited by it and together with classical guitarist Tim Panman, this resulted in the dazzling Goldberg Flamenco Suite. Accompanied by percussionist Javier Infestas, the duo performs a programme rich in passion and musical skill.

Panman and Vermijs adapted the Aria and six variations from Bach’s masterpiece for guitar. They linked each variation to a particular flamenco style, such as the bulerías, the tangos, and the seguiriyas, each with its own unique atmosphere and rhythm. According to NRC, their album Goldberg Flamenco Suite was one of the best of 2023, with the newspaper describing it as ‘masterful and warm-blooded’.

Outdoor concert
This Summer Concert is an outdoor event on the terrace of the Muziekgebouw. The sun can be intense and the wind can be quite strong near the water, so come prepared. In the event of unfavourable weather conditions, the performance will be held indoors in the Entrance Hall, which overlooks the river IJ.

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