Macao Cultural Centre

Baroque opera performances are a rarity in Macau, and Baroque opera is regarded as a treasure of the Baroque era, showcasing a unique blend of elegance and intricacy.

Coffee Cantata, composed by the renowned German composer Johann Sebastian Bach, often called the "Father of Music," dates back to around 1732–1735. Essentially a miniature comic opera, it is one of Bach's most beloved works. Originally titled Schweigt stille, plaudert nicht ("Be quiet, stop chattering"), the piece is more popularly known by its nickname, Coffee Cantata (BWV 211).

The production has enjoyed great success, including two full-housed performances in Guangzhou, and now, for the first time, the orchestra brings this classic masterpiece to the stage in Macau. Combining refined music with theatrical performance, it promises audiences an unparalleled feast for the senses!

Baroque Opera——Bach: Coffee Cantata

28/12/2024 7:45pm

Macao Cultural Centre – Small Auditorium

Tickets：$150, $120, $100; 40% off for seniors, teachers and students.


Organizer: Macau Baroque Orchestra

Subsidy: Fundo de Desenvolvimento da Cultura

This concert was exempted from part of the venue rental fee under the "Rental Concessionary Rate" of the Macao Cultural Center under the Cultural Affairs Bureau

This concert is suitable for age 6 or above.

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PROGRAMME:

1. Recit. Schweigt stille Keep quiet, don’t chatter
2. Arie. Hat man nicht mit seinen Kindern Don’t we have with our children
3. Recit. Du boeses Kind You naughty child
4. Arie. El! Wie schmeckt der Kaffee suesse Ah, how sweet coffee tastes
5. Recit. Wenn du mir nicht den Kaffee Laesst If you don’t give up coffee
6. Arie. Maedchen, die von harten Sinnen Girl of stubborn mind
7. Recit. Nun folge, was dein vater spricht! Now follow what your father says
8. Arie. Heutenoch, lieberVarter On this very day, dear father
9. Recit. Nun geht und sucht der alte Schlendrian Now old Schlendrian goes off
10. Chor. Die Katzelaesst das Mausennicht Cats do not give up mousing
    

    
    Liesgen (daughter): He Liwen, coloratura soprano
    Schlendrian (father): Shiki Liu, baritone
    Narrator: He Yuhao, tenor
    Artistic director: Johann Ho
    Macau Baroque Orchestra
    
    Druation: Approx. 1 hour and 20 minutes, without intermission