Washington Bach Consort showcases Nina Bernat on Double Bass Performance
Nina Bernat, an acclaimed double bassist and recipient of prestigious awards such as the Avery Fisher Career Grant and the Juilliard Double Bass Competition, is set to perform a unique addition to her career - the Suite No. 5 in C minor, BWV 1011, transcribed for double bass by Paul Doktor. This performance, highly anticipated by critics and audiences alike, is a testament to Bernat's versatility as a double bassist and her supreme virtuosity on the instrument.
Suite No. 5 in C minor, BWV 1011 is one of the six suites for solo cello by Johann Sebastian Bach, considered one of the most challenging pieces for the double bass. The suite, a part of Bernat's repertoire, will be conducted by Katerina Souvorova.
Bernat's performance promises to showcase her technical prowess, as critics have praised her performances as "exhilarating, lovely, and lyrical." Her rendition of the suite is expected to be uniquely her own, promising a fresh take on this classic piece.
Nina Bernat's performances are known for their technical precision and impressive emotive quality. This will undoubtedly be evident in her performance of Suite No. 5 in C minor, BWV 1011, a piece that requires both technical mastery and a deep emotional connection to fully bring out its beauty.
In addition to Suite No. 5 in C minor, BWV 1011, Bernat will also perform Suite No. 1 in G major, BWV 1007. This dual performance is a rare opportunity for audiences to witness Bernat's exceptional skills on the double bass, showcasing her versatility as a musician.
With her awards, accolades, and critically acclaimed performances, Nina Bernat continues to make a significant impact in the world of classical music. Her upcoming performance of Suite No. 5 in C minor, BWV 1011 is not to be missed.
