Pedal Clavichord Concert with Joel Speerstra

Opening comments by Joel Speerstra
Vincent Lübeck
Praeludium in d minor

Dietrich Buxtehude
"Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern" BuxWV

Commentary
Johann Kuhnau
Biblical Sonata No. 1
The boasting of Goliath
The trembling of the Israelites
The courage of David
The struggle between the two...
The flight of the Philistines
The joy of the Israelites at their victory
The concert of music by the women in honor of David
The General jubilation

Commentary
Johann Kuhnau
Biblical Sonata No. 2
Saul's affliction and madness
The refreshing music of David's harp
The king's mind once more at peace

Commentary
Johann Sebastian Bach
Capriccio in B-flat Major, BWV 992
Arioso Adagio • Fughetta • Adagiosissimo • Andante • Aria di Postiglione. Allegro poco • Fuga all'imitatione di Posta

Commentary
C.P.E. Bach
Freye Fantasie in f-sharp minor Wq 67

Commentary
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Fantasie in d minor KV 397

Commentary
W.F. Bach
Polonaise No. 8 in E minor