Bach Incognito is a family concert in Montréal that tells the life of Johann Sebastian Bach through music and storytelling. A harpsichordist who also acts narrates the composer's story with humour and emotion, while violin, flute and cello join him on stage.
What the concert offers
The show weaves anecdotes and the trials of Bach's life together with a mix of his best-known pieces and some lesser-known works. Because the narration and the music are woven together, the evening moves as a story as much as a recital, so you do not need to know the repertoire beforehand to follow it.
- A harpsichordist-actor who speaks as well as plays
- Violin, flute and cello alongside the harpsichord
- Signature works and rarer pieces, placed within the narrative
- A programme designed for audiences aged 8 to 88
Practical details
The concert takes place on November 14, 2026, at the Church of St. Andrew and St. Paul, at 3415 Rue Redpath in Montréal. It suits a family outing, but its broad age range also makes it a fitting evening for adults who come alone or with friends. For ticketing and the most current information, the event's page on the festival website is the place to check.
If you are planning a visit to Montréal around this date, the concert offers a relaxed way to spend an evening, with live chamber music in a church setting and a story that is easy to follow from start to finish.