Founded in 1977 by

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, the Washington Bach Consort is a professional chorus and orchestra based in Washington, D.C. that is noted for its performance of 18th-century music on period instruments. It has appeared at numerous festivals and has made three critically acclaimed European tours. Recordings include Bach's complete motets, the Magnificats of both

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and C.P.E. Bach, and the first American recording of the F Major and G minor Masses, and three solo soprano cantatas featuring

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. The Consort recently completed Bach's entire 215-cantata cycle. In association with this monumental achievement, the

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has welcomed the Washington Bach Consort performance recording and concert program archives into its permanent collection. The ensemble has been led by Dana Marsh since September 2018. This appointment followed a long search following Lewis's sudden death in 2016.

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Early music consorts Musical groups established in 1977 American orchestras Musical groups from Washington, D.C. 1977 establishments in Washington, D.C. {{US-orchestra-stub