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Enjoy Music and Culture at the Bach festival in Leipzig, Germany

Published by Vanessa Boiser

Country: Germany

The Experience

Germany is a European country with many big contributions to culture and history, especially in classical music. Known as the cradle of great philosophers, and noted for its delicious beer, among other things Germany is also the home of one of the greatest musicians who ever walked the Earth—Johann Sebastian Bach—and the festival that carries his name: Leipzig’s Bach Festival.

The Church of St. Thomas in the city of Leipzig is where the Bachfest takes place. The thriving greeneries of the Leipzig and the fresh mountain breeze complete the backdrop to the Bach Festival while you watch stellar performances of Bach’s musical pieces. If your travel itinerary usually consists of taking photos and visiting tourist attractions, the Bach Festival in Leipzig will definitely give you something different to include in that.

An all-around musical genius, Bach was a musician and composer during the Baroque period. He truly furthered the musical style during this era by combining the different types of musical techniques and approaches at that time. He was not that famous until the 18th century, and little did he know that his work would eventually lead to a German festival to commemorate him and help inspire new musical genius.

Experiencing the Bach Festival is unlike any other concert you have attended. Highly regarded as the city of music, it is no surprise that music lovers from all over the world flock to the Bach Festival in Leipzig. The Bach Festival certainly enforces the notion that “music is the universal language”.

The Bachfest features Bach’s works in choral and orchestral forms. More classical approaches, such as organs and symphony, are equally enjoyable musical experiences. You can bet that the performances are as good as Bach’s originals, and the classical music of the Bach Festival gives you an idea of the culture during the Baroque period.

This classical Bachfest is a rare gem in a time of contemporary music.

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When to Go to Bach Festival Leipzig

The best time to travel to Germany for the annual Bach Festival in Leipzig is in June, so book your next flight to Berlin International Airport to experience this musical event of a lifetime. You can check for schedules as dates of the Bach Festival usually vary from year to year. From Berlin International Airport, you can catch a domestic flight to Leipzig-Halle airport. If you prefer to travel by train, the southern part of Berlin is where you can find the train station to take you to Leipzig. Upon setting foot in Leipzig, rest assured that the friendly locals, taxi drivers, and the Leipzig tourist office will help you out to pick hotel accommodation of your choice if you have not booked any.

Odds n' Ends

One extra treat of attending Leipzig Bach Festival is that you get the opportunity to enjoy the city too. The restaurants of Leipzig will demonstrate how listening to good classical music is complemented by eating good food. Foodies will not be disappointed as the food in Leipzig is as satisfying to the stomach as the Bach Festival is to your ears. A wide array of restaurants and cafés are there to help when you need that sudden caffeine, beer or steak fix. Zum Arabischen Coffee Baum is a popular café, while AuerBach's Keller is a notable fine dining restaurant in Leipzig since 1525.

Museums, galleries, mini musical fests and street performers have all contributed to make it the city of music and culture. The Renaissance Old Town Hall (where Bach first worked professionally) and Bach Museum are two good stops to cap off your Bach music festival experience.

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Lonely Planet Germany Country Travel Guide
Johann Sebastian Bach: His Life, Art, and Work
Rick Steves' German Phrase Book and Dictionary

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Bachfest Leipzig - Bach-Leipzig.de

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