Richard Egarr to guest direct Dutch Bach Society in Handel's 'Esther'

Back to headings

In February, Richard Egarr will direct 'Esther, My Queen' with the Dutch Bach Society in several performances throughout Holland. This production is Richard's first appearance with the Dutch Bach Society. The orchestra is internationally reputed for its annual performances of the Bach Matthew Passion, which Richard has been invited to direct in 2007.

Choir and Orchestra of the Netherlands Bachvereniging
Esther - Dominique Labelle (S)
Ahasuerus - James Gilchrist/ Andrew Tortise (3 feb) (T)
Haman - Christopher Purves (Bar)
1st Israelite - Bernard Loonen (T)
2nd Israelite - Keren Motseri (S)
3rd Israelite - Barbara Kozelj (A)
Mordecai - Erik Slik (T)

28 January 20:15 Groningen, De Oosterpoort
29 January 20:00 Apeldoorn, Schouwburg Orpheus
31 January 20:30 Amsterdam, Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ
1 February, 20:00 Naarden, Grote Kerk
2 February, 20.00 Zutphen, De Hanzehof
3 February 20:15 Utrecht, MC Vredenburg

for more details click here.