It's my very great pleasure to welcome you to the Washington Bach Consort's 2010 -- 2011 Season. For over thirty years I and my artist colleagues have been privileged to perform the music of Bach, music which speaks to us across the centuries and in which every performance reveals new wonders and discoveries. This season's music represents the very best of Bach and his contemporaries and demonstrates the extraordinary versatility and artistry of the musicians and chorus of the Washington Bach Consort. The works you will hear this season are very dear to me and I am honored to share this magnificent music with you.