A few repeating notes. Infinite possibilities. PBO explores how Baroque composers built entire musical worlds upon a ground bass—the steady heartbeat of their music. Beginning with Purcell’s delicate chamber works and Pachelbel’s iconic Canon in D, the program expands into the vibrant orchestral textures of Muffat, Albinoni, Vivaldi, and Handel.

Whether playful, elegant, or profound, these pieces remind us that repetition is not stagnation but a foundation for endless invention.

Join us one hour before the performance for a pre-concert talk about the program.

Sat. Oct 18, 2025 | 7:00 PM
Sanctuary Hall at First Congregational
1126 SW Park Ave
Portland, OR 97205

Sun. Oct 19, 2025 | 3:00 PM
Kaul Auditorium
3017 SE Woodstock Blvd
Portland, OR 97202

For tickets and more information, visit pbo.org.