Bach by Night – Piano Concerto Stefan Donner: Piano Concerto at the Crypt

About the Event

Stefan Donner performs Johann Sebastian Bach in the crypt of St. Peter’s Church.

As the city settles down for the night, an extraordinary concert experience begins, immersing the audience in Bach’s fascinating world of sound within a unique atmosphere.
The historic crypt proves to be the ideal venue for Bach’s music. Its intimate acoustics and the special tranquility of the space create a setting in which every nuance, every note, and every harmonic shift can be experienced directly. Here, the spiritual depth and emotional power of Bach’s works unfold with particular intensity.

Stefan Donner is one of the most distinguished Bach interpreters of his generation. With technical brilliance, stylistic sensitivity, and a deep understanding of the architecture of this music, he brings the works to life—transparent, expressive, and full of energy.

The crypt maintains a pleasant temperature year‐round.

Program
Johann Sebastian Bach
Prelude and Fugue in A minor, BWV 894
A virtuosic and dramatic work full of contrapuntal mastery and musical passion.
Aria variata alla maniera italiana, BWV 989
A rarely heard gem in which Bach combines Italian elegance with German artistry.
Italian Concerto, BWV 971
One of Bach’s most beloved piano works—brilliant, lively, and rich in tonal colors.