The Makrokosmos Project's GLASSwerks concert presented an extensive performance of J.S. Bach's Well-Tempered Clavier and Philip Glass's Etudes. Entitled Die Empfindung Inkarnation, the event featured a relay-like format where each of the seven pianists took a thirty-minute turn, contributing to a fluid interconnection between the compositions. The concert lasted five hours, allowing audiences to engage freely while remaining aware of the ongoing music. The combination of the two masterpieces fostered intriguing musical correspondences throughout the evening, enhancing the experience for both performers and spectators alike.
The concert featured an astonishing amount of music: five hours of dense, note-y pieces with little time to rest, showcasing the greatness of Bach and Glass.
Each pianist took a thirty-minute set, playing two or three pieces from the Etudes and the Well-Tempered Clavier, interleaving Glass and Bach for a fluid performance.
The audience was encouraged to come and go as they pleased, allowing a relaxed atmosphere while remaining connected to the performance throughout the evening.
Both the Well-Tempered Clavier and Glass' Etudes are masterpieces of form and structure, allowing for intriguing correspondences during their interlocked performances.
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