Bach for Organ – David Goode (Upper Chapel, Sheffield)

A masterclass in Bach’s organ music at Sheffield’s Upper Chapel

Experience the architecture, brilliance, and hidden symbolism of Johann Sebastian Bach’s organ music in this compelling afternoon recital performed by acclaimed organist David Goode.

Taking place in the resonant surroundings of Sheffield’s historic Upper Chapel, this concert explores some of Bach’s most profound and best-loved works for organ — revealing the composer’s extraordinary command of pattern, number, and musical symbolism.

The programme

David Goode presents a carefully curated selection spanning Bach’s greatest organ collections:

• Prelude and Fugue in E flat, BWV 552

• Chorale Preludes from Clavierübung III

• Canonic Variations on “Vom Himmel hoch”, BWV 769

• Movements from The Art of Fugue

• Chorales from the Orgelbüchlein

Together, these masterpieces invite listeners to uncover the secret structures and messages woven into Bach’s music, while marvelling at the expressive and architectural power of the organ.

About the performer

Praised for his “spectacular playing” by BBC Music Magazine, David Goode is widely regarded as one of the finest Bach interpreters of his generation. His Complete Bach recordings on Signum Classics have been hailed by Gramophoneas “notable for the flair, clarity and spontaneity that Goode brings to this timeless music”.

This recital offers a rare opportunity to hear Bach’s organ works performed by an artist deeply associated with the composer’s legacy.

Part of Music in the Round Sheffield

This concert forms part of Music in the Round Sheffield’s Percussion, Pattern & Primes weekend.

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🎟 Tickets & full details:
https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/events/bach-for-organ