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Offering Choral and Instrumental Music to the Greater Denton Community Since 1976

08/15/2026

Our friends at First United Methodist Church Denton perform Elaine Hagenberg's Illuminaire tomorrow evening. They say it will be "an immersive concert experience." 6:30PM at FUMC and free.

08/02/2026

Our 51st season is fully announced, and that’s where you come in! Whether you lift your voice in our choir, support us through a charitable donation, or cheer us on in the audience, we are grateful to all those who contribute to the latest chapter of the Denton Bach Society. Come join us! Regular rehearsals begin Tuesday August 18th. For more information, visit our website at dentonbach.com

07/26/2026

Our season-long world tour comes to a close with our Competition for Young Musicians Winners' Showcase and final concert, “Gloria! The Joy of Bach and Latin America!” Three different Gloria settings anchor the concert by Bach, Pinto Fonesca (Brazil), and Ariel Ramirez (Argentina). Music by rarely performed composers of the 18th and 19th century will be a highlight, which include Zumaya who worked in Mexico City at the time of Bach, and Nunes Garcia who was the court composer in Rio de Janiero in Mozart’s time. Vibrant harmonies and irresistible rhythms will fill your heart with joy!

07/19/2026

Let the music paint a picture in your mind with our February concert, titled “The Composer’s Paintbrush: Early European Musical Imagery.” Bach was a master of painting the words to music, and we celebrate composers that came before him that were also known for this engaging technique. Monteverdi, Josquin, Morley, Dowland, Lasso, and Schütz are featured as explore the many canvases that music can create. The unbridled joy of Bach leaps forth in music that he used for his Christmas Oratorio and B Minor Mass.

07/12/2026

Experience the grandeur of Handel’s Messiah, performed with a Baroque orchestra as it would have been heard in the eighteenth century! Audiences around the world delight each and every year in the Christmas portion of Messiah. We will add to the majesty of this work by also performing the closing movement of Handel’s masterpiece, “Worthy is the Lamb.” Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear Messiah like you never have before!

07/05/2026

Announcing our 2026-2027 Season: Bach Around the World! Keep an eye on the Denton Bach Society as we announce a concert per week all July!

This October, celebrate America 250 with the Denton Bach Society at our first concert, “Baroque Roots, American Branches!” Beginning with Bach’s jubilant motet, Lobet den Herrn, enjoy American choral works from the Mayflower, the colonies, and 20th century classics. Join us as we perform music by William Billings, Aaron Copland, and Leonard Bernstein, and hear the distinctly American sound of the Sacred Harp and hymn tune classics!

The Denton Bach choir is conducted by Matt Carlson.

October 4, 2026
4:00PM
First Presbyterian Church
1114 W University Dr
Denton, TX 76201

Tickets $20 adults, $10 students and children. Available at the door.
Online season and concert ticket sales coming soon.
www.dentonbach.com

06/14/2026

ANNUAL MEETING
Dear Denton Bach Society members, supporters and friends,

You are cordially invited on Sunday June 28 to Peggy Capps’ home at 5PM for the 2026 Annual Meeting of the Denton Bach Society.

We'll review the successes of the past season, vote on our new board leadership, and cast our eyes ahead to the continuation of our 50th Anniversary celebration: the 2026-2027 Season "Bach Around the World!"

Week by week during the month of July, our director Matt Carlson will reveal the four tantalizing concert "destinations" and repertoire via social media, leading up to our first rehearsal on August 18.

Learn how you can support the DBS in new and exciting ways. Yes, we have lots of great news to share with you.

Season brochure and calendar coming soon!

Denton Bach Society Annual Meeting 2026
Sunday, June 28, 2026
5PM at the home of Peggy Capps, 915 W Oak, Denton, TX 76201
Eat and Chat from 5PM– 6PM. Please bring a small bite to share.
Business Meeting at 6PM.

Please email Peggy, [email protected], if you have questions or need directions.

See you on Sunday, June 28th at the DBS Annual Meeting!
Ardis Rider
DBS President

05/18/2026

The secret is out!🎵 The Denton Bach Society’s 2026–2027 season is Bach Around the World, conducted by Matt Carlson.
We'll chart a course through Europe, North America, South America, and the Caribbean to explore the incredible musicians and composers shaped by Bach's timeless influence. 🎼

05/16/2026

Rehearsal for this Sunday's concert, Bach & Beyond. The choir sings and we'll also showcase our 2026 youth competition winners! 4PM, at First Presbyterian. Tickets available at the door.

04/26/2026

The 2026 WINNERS of the Denton Bach Society Competition for Young Musicians

INSTRUMENTAL DIVISION
Gyeom Jung, viola
Hebron High School, Carollton, TX
Teacher: Daemin Kim

PIANO DIVISION
Jay Sriram
Southlake Carroll High School, Southlake, TX
Teacher: Michael Schneider

VOCAL DIVISION
Katherine Pottkotter, soprano
Lake Highlands High School, Lake Highlands, TX
Teacher: Amy Pottkotter

Congratulations to all entrants, parents, and teachers.
Thank you to all who support and collaborate with these young musicians!

Thanks to our 2026 judges: Dr. Bradley Beckman & Jason Lim, Heidi Klein & Dr. Jeff Tarr.

Come hear the Showcase Concert
Bach & Beyond
Sunday May 17, 4PM
with the Denton Bach Choir,
Matt Carlson, director
First Presbyterian Church
1114 W University
Denton, TX

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http://www.dentonbach.com/

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