Bach’s Goldberg Variations

Downtown

When

Saturday, Mar. 7, 2026

7 p.m.–9 p.m.

Cost: Starting at $28.00

Where

First Congregational Church

1126 SW Park Ave
Portland, OR 97205

The following description was submitted by the event organizer.

A single melody. Eight repeating notes. Thirty variations of pure genius. Performed by Julian Perkins on the double-manual harpsichord, as originally envisioned, Bach’s Goldberg Variations come alive in an intimate recital. This 75-minute masterpiece unfolds from playful dances and intricate canons to the majestic splendor of a central French overture, culminating in a luminous final song.

Often hailed as the “Musical Everest” of keyboard literature, this performance offers a unique opportunity to experience the Goldbergs as they were meant to be heard—live, intimate, and deeply moving.

Join one hour before the performance for a pre-concert talk about the program.