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Westminster Presbyterian Church1420 West Moss Avenue, Peoria, Illinois, 61606, United States

Peoria Bach Festival 2026fri05jun12:00 pm

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The 2026 Peoria Bach Festival will take place at Westminster Presbyterian Church (located at 1420 W. Moss Ave. in Peoria) running from Sunday, May 31 through Friday, June

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The 2026 Peoria Bach Festival will take place at Westminster Presbyterian Church (located at 1420 W. Moss Ave. in Peoria) running from Sunday, May 31 through Friday, June 5.  The Festival kicks off with the Bach Iben Organ Marathon on Sunday at 4 pm.  Daily concerts will begin at Noon running Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday.  On Tuesday evening at 7:30 pm "Friends and Rivals: A Baroque Chamber Concert on Period Instruments" will be presented.   Then, the final Festival Concert will be held on Friday at 7:30 pm with pre-concert lecture beginning at 6:45 pm with the concert featuring the Peoria Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra.  Andrew Bruhn of Illinois State University is this year's guest conductor.  Tickets for the Tuesday and Friday evening concerts are $20 for adults and $10 for students.  All the other events of the Peoria Bach Festival 2026 are free.  For information on all the events, visit www.peoriabachfestival.org
The Friday evening program will begin with the Orchestral Suite in G minor, BWV 1070, long attributed to Johann Sebastian Bach but now widely credited to his eldest son, Wilhelm Friedemann. Scored for strings and harpsichord, the suite blends youthful energy with expressive refinement, highlighted by graceful Minuet solos played by the string principals. The Sinfonia Concertante by Johann Christoph Bach will follow, a vibrant and rarely heard gem that showcases four soloists—flute, oboe, violin, and cello—set against a colorful ensemble of winds, strings, and continuo. Kyle Dzapo, Blake Duncan, Kelsey Klopfenstein, and Adriana Ransom bring this spirited work to life, revealing the inventive brilliance of another of Bach's sons. After the Intermission, the Peoria Bach Festival Choir will offer Johann Bach’s poignant motet Unser Leben ist ein Schatten (“Our Life Is But a Shadow”), a work of striking devotion. Its sober beauty prepares the way for the evening’s major sacred work: Cantata BWV 78, Jesu, der du meine Seele (“Jesus, You Who [Rescued] My Soul”), With its expressive arias, intricate duets, and radiant choruses, the cantata stands among Bach’s most beloved. The concert concludes with a festival flourish: the third chorale from Cantata BWV 79, Nun danket alle Gott (“Now Thank We All Our God”), scored for full winds, strings, and continuo. Featuring a duet for horns, this triumphant setting will send the audience out with gratitude, joy, and the unmistakable brilliance of Bach’s musical world.  Vocal soloists for the evening are Esther Lee (soprano), Elizabeth Thompson (mezzo‑soprano), Trevor Mitchell (tenor), and Gerard Sundberg (baritone).

Time

June 5, 2026 12:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

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1420 West Moss Avenue, Peoria, Illinois, 61606, United States

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Riverfront Events - Steamboat Classic Pre-Partyfri05jun4:30 pm

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The Steamboat Classic Pre-Party with Backseat Radio and DJ Birds of Paradise will take place on the Peoria Riverfront's CEFCU Stage beginning at 4:30 pm.  Tickets are $6 in advance

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The Steamboat Classic Pre-Party with Backseat Radio and DJ Birds of Paradise will take place on the Peoria Riverfront's CEFCU Stage beginning at 4:30 pm.  Tickets are $6 in advance or $11 the day of the show (kids 12 & under are free) and are available at https://www.etix.com

Time

June 5, 2026 4:30 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Peoria RiverFront

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Westminster Presbyterian Church1420 West Moss Avenue, Peoria, Illinois, 61606, United States

Peoria Bach Festival 2026fri05jun6:45 pm

Event Details

The 2026 Peoria Bach Festival will take place at Westminster Presbyterian Church (located at 1420 W. Moss Ave. in Peoria) running from Sunday, May 31 through Friday, June

Event Details

The 2026 Peoria Bach Festival will take place at Westminster Presbyterian Church (located at 1420 W. Moss Ave. in Peoria) running from Sunday, May 31 through Friday, June 5.  The Festival kicks off with the Bach Iben Organ Marathon on Sunday at 4 pm.  Daily concerts will begin at Noon running Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday.  On Tuesday evening at 7:30 pm "Friends and Rivals: A Baroque Chamber Concert on Period Instruments" will be presented.   Then, the final Festival Concert will be held on Friday at 7:30 pm with pre-concert lecture beginning at 6:45 pm with the concert featuring the Peoria Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra.  Andrew Bruhn of Illinois State University is this year's guest conductor.  Tickets for the Tuesday and Friday evening concerts are $20 for adults and $10 for students.  All the other events of the Peoria Bach Festival 2026 are free.  For information on all the events, visit www.peoriabachfestival.org
The Friday evening program will begin with the Orchestral Suite in G minor, BWV 1070, long attributed to Johann Sebastian Bach but now widely credited to his eldest son, Wilhelm Friedemann. Scored for strings and harpsichord, the suite blends youthful energy with expressive refinement, highlighted by graceful Minuet solos played by the string principals. The Sinfonia Concertante by Johann Christoph Bach will follow, a vibrant and rarely heard gem that showcases four soloists—flute, oboe, violin, and cello—set against a colorful ensemble of winds, strings, and continuo. Kyle Dzapo, Blake Duncan, Kelsey Klopfenstein, and Adriana Ransom bring this spirited work to life, revealing the inventive brilliance of another of Bach's sons. After the Intermission, the Peoria Bach Festival Choir will offer Johann Bach’s poignant motet Unser Leben ist ein Schatten (“Our Life Is But a Shadow”), a work of striking devotion. Its sober beauty prepares the way for the evening’s major sacred work: Cantata BWV 78, Jesu, der du meine Seele (“Jesus, You Who [Rescued] My Soul”), With its expressive arias, intricate duets, and radiant choruses, the cantata stands among Bach’s most beloved. The concert concludes with a festival flourish: the third chorale from Cantata BWV 79, Nun danket alle Gott (“Now Thank We All Our God”), scored for full winds, strings, and continuo. Featuring a duet for horns, this triumphant setting will send the audience out with gratitude, joy, and the unmistakable brilliance of Bach’s musical world.  Vocal soloists for the evening are Esther Lee (soprano), Elizabeth Thompson (mezzo‑soprano), Trevor Mitchell (tenor), and Gerard Sundberg (baritone).

Time

June 5, 2026 6:45 pm(GMT-05:00)

Location

Westminster Presbyterian Church

1420 West Moss Avenue, Peoria, Illinois, 61606, United States

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Dozer Park730 SW Jefferson Ave in Peoria

Peoria Chiefs vs. Beloit Sky Carpfri05jun7:05 pm

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The Peoria Chiefs, the St. Louis Cardinals affiliate, will take on the Beloit Sky Carp at 7:05 pm at Dozer Park. Individual tickets start at $14 and are available online

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The Peoria Chiefs, the St. Louis Cardinals affiliate, will take on the Beloit Sky Carp at 7:05 pm at Dozer Park. Individual tickets start at $14 and are available online at www.PeoriaChiefs.com

Time

June 5, 2026 7:05 pm(GMT-05:00)

Location

Dozer Park

730 SW Jefferson Ave in Peoria

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Mackinaw Valley Winery33633 State Rt 9 in Mackinaw

Mackinaw Valley Vineyard - Salsa Lessons & DJ Dance Partyfri05jun7:30 pm11:00 pm

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Salsa Lessons & a DJ Dance Party will take place at Mackinaw Valley Vineyard (located at 33633 State Rt. 9 in Mackinaw) from 7:30 - 11 pm. Featuring a

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Salsa Lessons & a DJ Dance Party will take place at Mackinaw Valley Vineyard (located at 33633 State Rt. 9 in Mackinaw) from 7:30 - 11 pm. Featuring a Salsa dance lesson taught by D.J. Eduardo and his wife Beverly Caballero, then stay for a social dance party.  Admission is $10 per person admission which includes a group dance lesson, the open dance social, and complimentary wine tasting for guests 21 and over. Ropp Jersey Cheese plates, Chocolatier chocolates and small snacks available for purchase and you may also bring snacks with you. All beverages must be purchased at the vineyard: wine, beer, sodas, tea, and water will be available.  Reserve your spot in advance by calling 309-359-9463 or pay that evening.  For more information, visit www.mackinawvalleyvineyard.com

 

Time

June 5, 2026 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

Location

Mackinaw Valley Winery

33633 State Rt 9 in Mackinaw

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