The Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ (SCUCC) will present a special performance titled “J.S. Bach in Song and Dance” on Saturday, April 27 at 2:00 PM, as part of its Music at SCUCC series. The event will take place at the church, located at 2050 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel Island.
This unique program brings together classical music, vocal performance, and ballet to celebrate the works of composer Johann Sebastian Bach.
Dr. Ronald Dorian, an accomplished organist, will perform several of Bach’s major compositions. He will be joined by guest vocalists Janet Ortenzo and Ariane Schoellner, who will interpret some of Bach’s most lyrical and expressive vocal pieces.
The Florida Early Music Series Baroque Orchestra will perform Bach’s Orchestral Suite No. 3, featuring the well-known Air in G. The ensemble will be conducted by Dr. Mackenzie Albert, who serves as both the Director of Music at SCUCC and Artistic Director of the Florida Early Music Festival.
Adding a dynamic visual element to the program, dancers Katalina Bustamante, Violet Schwartz, and Anabelle Troyer from SWFL Ballet will perform under the direction of Edwin Navarro, Artistic Director of the ballet company. Their choreography will offer a graceful interpretation of the music through dance.
A reception with the artists will follow the performance, giving attendees a chance to meet and speak with the musicians and dancers.
The event is open to the public, and all are welcome to attend. A free will offering will be accepted at the door to support future programming.
For additional information, contact Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ at 239-472-0497.
