Violin Recital: From Bach to Brahms

Acclaimed American violinist Benjamin Shute brings his virtuosic artistry and deep historical insight to Govan Old Parish Church for this stunning lunchtime recital, part of the second edition of The Glasgow Barons Early Music Festival.

Renowned for his work on both modern and period instruments, Shute’s programme bridges the Baroque and Romantic eras – from expressive works by J.S. Bach, to a tender Brahms Romanze, all heard through his unique lens as both performer and scholar.

Programme Highlights:
Toccata and Fugue after BWV 565 – Anon./attrib. J.S. Bach (trans. Shute)
Andante [Aria] from BWV 1003 – J.S. Bach
Partita in D minor, BWV 1004 – J.S. Bach
(Allemanda – Corrente – Sarabanda – Giga – Ciaccona)
Stretto Fugue after BWV 29/232 – J.S. Bach (trans. Shute)
Romanze in F major, Op. 118 No. 5 – Johannes Brahms (trans. Shute)

Benjamin Shute has performed as a soloist and chamber musician across North America, Europe, and Asia, and is a noted author and scholar on Baroque violin practice. He currently teaches at the University of St Andrews Music Centre, and is known for bringing scholarly rigour to emotionally resonant performances. Experience a rich, historically informed recital from one of today's most thoughtful and expressive violinists.