J. S. Bach - Suites for Solo Cello Nos. 1-2-3

Description

Johann Sebastian Bach's six Suites for solo cello are among the most significant works in the cello repertoire. On this evening, Suites Nos. 1–3 will be performed in their entirety, providing an overview of this extraordinary work. Timothée Montreuil was born in France in 2001 and is currently completing his master's degree at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts – Music, under the tutelage of Christian Poltéra. His versatile and broad repertoire ranges from Baroque music to contemporary and experimental music. He is characterized by his musical sensitivity and his ability to captivate the audience with technically demanding and emotionally expressive interpretations. As the winner of first prize in the 'Excellence' category at the National Competition in Épinal, he furthered his musical training with Johannes Moser and Wolfgang Emmanuel Schmidt in various masterclasses across Europe. He regularly performs as a soloist, chamber musician, and with various orchestras. He plays on a modern cello, built in 2024 by Rahel Widmer and Thiemo Schutter in Bern.

Highlights

• Intimate Bach evening in the St. Anna Chapel
• Timothée Montreuil performs Suites Nos. 1–3 for solo cello
• Modern sound on a newly built cello

General Information

On this evening, the first three Suites for solo cello by Johann Sebastian Bach will be performed at the St. Anna Chapel in Zurich. The young cellist Timothée Montreuil brings his musical sensitivity and technical finesse to these significant works.

Location

St. Annagasse 11, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

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