Past Events

Capriccio is delighted to have renowned artist Andrew Appel perform at this very special Benefit Soirée, a Capriccio fundraiser offering a full Program of music followed by a complimentary dinner with exceptional and rare wines. Andrew performs exquisite, charming works from François Couperin's ('the Great') 'Premier livre de piéces de clavecin'; a delightful, effervescent, definitively-Classical Sonata by Joseph Haydn; and J.S. Bach's monumental Chromatic Fantasia and Fugue for harpsichord in D minor (BWV903).

Justin Taylor, first prize winner of the world's most prestigious harpsichord competition at just 23, makes his debut performance in Washington DC with Capriccio.  He performs a thrilling Program that pushes the harpsichord to its very limits with works by father and son Antoine Forqueray & Jean-Baptiste Forqueray; Sonatas by Domenico Scarlatti, & the thrilling 20th century harpsichord avant-garde work 'Continuum' by Györgi Ligeti. A not-to-be-missed Concert!

Refine your harpsichord touch at this half-day Master Class led by Italian virtuoso harpsichordist Alberto Busettini. Amateur harpsichordists of all abilities are welcome to participate as performers or auditors in this collegial, low-stress class.

Italian keyboard artist Alberto Busettini presents this sumptuous, definitively French, Program of works by three generations of the famed Couperin family.  The glorious works of Louis Couperin, François Couperin ('the Great'), and Armand-Louis Couperin reveal the evolving style of the French Baroque from the Early/Mid Baroque, to Late Baroque & Rococo, & early Classical period.

Capriccio is delighted to present acclaimed virtuoso harpsichordist Alberto Busettini in this very special Benefit Soirée, a Capriccio fundraiser offering a full Program of music followed by a complimentary Italian dinner served with exceptional Italian wines.  Alberto performs a Program of J.S. Bach's works showcasing his unparalleled mastery of the densely textured, formal style of the Late German Baroque whilst highlighting his innovative genius and flair.

Delight in the sumptuous, grand music of three great European Masters performed by Rebecca Pechefsky, lauded for her technical precision and interpretive sensitivity. The Program includes François Couperin's  gorgeous Huitième Ordre, considered by many his finest harpsichord Suite; Johann Krebs' vibrant Partita No. 6 in E-flat Major; & selected dazzling Sonatas by Antonio Soler.

A sumptuous Program of works by F. Couperin, Lully, Boismortier, Biber & Fischer performed by acclaimed artists Andrew Appel (harpsichord) and Loretta O'Sullivan (Cello).  The poise and charm of period dance is displayed by Paige Whitley-Bauguess.  And, Robert Aubry Davis, as Raconteur, connects the music and dance to the period's literary Salons. Enjoy lavish canapés & excellent Rosé wines with the artists at the complimentary after-party.

Janine Johnson, harpsichord decorator, harpsichordist, pianist & composer performs works by J.S. Bach & those who taught, influenced or learned from him. Works by Bach, Buxtehude, Reincken, Fischer, Krebs, Pachelbel and Bohm are featured. Janine will, in the course of the program, discuss the relationship, both personal & professional, between Bach & the composers. This Soirée concert offers an optional complimentary seated meal served with fine wines & beverages following the concert.

Jean Rondeau has taken the harpsichord world by storm & is now amongst the world's most acclaimed harpsichordists. He brings his extraordinary rendition of J.S. Bach's beautiful Goldberg Variations to Capriccio Baroque as part of his Spring 2018 Tour. A not-to-be-missed concert! Enjoy a complimentary fine beverage at the concert.

SEATS FOR THIS CONCERT ARE NOW SOLD OUT! PLEASE CONSIDER ATTENDING JEAN RONDEAU's "GOLDBERG VARIATIONS" CONCERT INSTEAD ON APRIL 22, 4:30pm. Tickets available on this website.