The paths of Bach – Raphael Pichon & Pygmalion

Raphaël Pichon and his ensemble Pygmalion embark on a musical journey in the footsteps of Johann Sebastian Bach, exploring the paths and experiences that shaped his life and work. This project includes four concerts at historic venues in Thuringia, Germany, where the ensemble follows the stages of Bach's biography, offering a unique insight into the musician's profession and the significance of his music for the present day. The concerts, taking place in Arnstadt, Dornheim and Weißensee, feature a variety of Bach's compositions, including cantatas, motets, and family music. The film offers audiences a unique insight into the musician's profession and Bach's work in order to grasp its vitality, meaning and significance for the present day.