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Bright Cecilia - The Power of Harmony 46th Baroque Music Festival, Corona del Mar, June 21-28, 2026 Immerse yourself in the powerful impact of harmonic expression! Through programs expertly curated and led by artistic director-violinist Elizabeth Blumenstock, the Festival brings the community professional, historically-informed interpretations in five concerts over eight days on the beautiful Southern California riviera. Masterly Bach sonatas featuring the violin and harpsichord as soloistic partners. Plus, solo keyboard works by the notable Bach forerunner Johann Caspar Kerll (1627-1693)—who was widely admired by his contemporaries as an excellent organist and composer—performed on harpsichord and on the beautifully restored St. Michael’s pipe organ. In the excellent acoustics of St. Michael and All Angels Church—the Festival’s “small church” home since the beginning of the Festival. Elizabeth Blumenstock, violin Matthew Dirst, harpsichord and organ Followed by a wine & waters reception in Michael’s Room with the musicians.