Bach’s place in the classical canon has long been assured, but three February concerts from the Dunedin Consort will present his music in the context of what some of his lesser-known (but perhaps ...

Leipzig, a city rich in cultural and musical history, is a must-visit destination in eastern Germany. Known as the home of iconic composers like Bach and Mendelssohn, the city offers landmarks such as ...

In 1721 he was offered the prestigious job of music director of St Thomas’s Church in Leipzig. He turned it down to become city musical director in Hamburg, where he stayed for the rest of his life.