2026 Bach Day Bash: A Night in Full Swing!

An evening of live music and lots of harmony

Come celebrate with the Bach Choir of Pittsburgh (BCP) at the Bach Day Bash, BCP’s signature fundraising event on Johann Sebastian Bach’s 341st birthday. This year’s Bash will be held at the Greer Cabaret Theater, Downtown Pittsburgh.

This year’s Bash, co-chaired and emceed by Anna Singer and Jim Cunningham of WQED, will toast to the success of BCP’s current season “Cirque du Cinema”. The event also celebrates the remarkable legacy of Artistic Director Thomas W. Douglas as the choir honors his 2026-27 farewell season, “Circle of Life,” following more than 21 years of inspired leadership, filled with innovative, creative, and dramatically provocative productions.

By attending and/or sponsoring the Bach Day Bash, you will help continue BCP’s mission to provide our community with the experience of familiar (and not-so-familiar) choral pieces through unexpected arrangements and interpretations, and to immerse our audiences in the healing power of music in an increasingly complex world.

EVENT SCHEDULE
6 PM | The Overture: Choral Champions’ Reception
An Elegant Prelude to the Evening Ahead.

Choral Champions can enjoy a spirited reception in the Greer Cabaret Lounge with heavy hors d’oeuvres and desserts, libations, and a sneak peak of the 2026-2027 season through song. Mingle with Artistic Director Thomas W. Douglas and receive early access to the silent auction and wine pull.

7:30 PM | The Main Act: Swing & Sing
Where the music heats up and the bidding begins! Featuring live entertainment!

Swing choral pieces sung by members of the Bach Choir of Pittsburgh.
Live Music by The Good Times Big Band.
Light snacks and a cash bar throughout the evening, as well as the silent auction and a wine pull.

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EVENT SPONSORS
Crescendo Sponsors – $2,500 – $4,999
Arthur J. Kerr, Jr.
Penny^* & Benoit Morel
Anna Singer^* (Co-chair & Emcee) & Don Kortlandt

Whole Note Sponsors – $1,000 – $2,499
Robert^ & Selina Johnson
Michael T. Lotze, MD & Joan Harvey, MD

HOST COMMITTEE
Anna Singer^* (Co-Chair and Emcee) and Don Kortlandt
Jim Cunningham (Co-Chair and Emcee)
Carla E. Anderton^, SWAN PA
Jane Borthwick Story
Paul E. Block*
Randall Bryant^
Tybe Brett^*
Christine & Thomas Brockmeyer
Joan Devine & Mark David Miller
Matt & Meg Dooley
Beverly & Howard Filtz
Brian Filtz*
Amy Herlich* & Tom Marvit
Thelma & Andrew Herlich
Robert^ & Selina Johnson
Arthur J. Kerr, Jr.
Ron Kludo^*
George Libby^*
Michael T. Lotze, MD & Joan Harvey, MD
Carolyn Maue & Bryan Hunt
Joy* & Mark McNally
Penny^* & Benoit Morel
Shelly Parver & David Lenkner
Alison & Rob^ Schwartz
Paul Tellers & Leah Rubenstein

^Board Member
*Special Events Committee

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GREER CABARET THEATER ACCESSIBILITY
Assistive Listening, Wheelchair Seating

Note: All services may not be available at all performances. Click the link above for accessible performance schedule or contact customer service for further assistance.

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LOCATION
Greer Cabaret Theater
655 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh PA 15222

Theater Square Garage
667 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

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QUESTIONS
Email Bash@BachChoirPittsburgh.org