Emi Ferguson and Ruckus – Fly the Coop

Award-winning flutist Emi Ferguson joins forces with the boundary-pushing ensemble Ruckus—described as “the world’s only period-instrument rock band”—to present Fly the Coop! Bach Sonatas and Preludes, a joyous, kaleidoscopic romp through some of Bach’s most lively and transcendent works. The program features new arrangements of Bach’s Flute Sonatas and Keyboard Preludes, orchestrated for baroque flute and the forces of Ruckus that include a vibrant mix of theorbos, baroque guitars, baroque bassoon, cello, viola da gamba, harpsichord, organ, bass, and the occasional banjo. The result is a colorful and joyful reimagining of Bach that’s as playful as it is profound. Learn more about Fly the Koop, Kaleidoscopic Bach from Emi Ferguson and Ruckus.

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The entire Early Music Series is underwritten by the Taylor Johnston Early Music Series Endowment established by Taylor Johnston.

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Emi Ferguson and Ruckus, Fly the Coop!

About flutist Emi Ferguson
Emi Ferguson, flutist and composer, is celebrated for her imaginative performances that bridge historical and contemporary styles. A 2023 Avery Fisher Career Grant recipient, she appears with ensembles including Ruckus, AMOC*, and the Handel and Haydn Society. Her chart-topping recordings and collaborations reflect a fresh, dynamic approach to music of the past and present. See full bio here.

About Ruckus
Ruckus is a collaborative baroque ensemble redefining early music with its visceral energy and improvisatory flair. Described as “the world’s only period-instrument rock band,” the group fuses baroque virtuosity with the grit and groove of American roots music. Their chart-topping album Fly the Coop with flutist Emi Ferguson showcases their daring, imaginative sound. See full bio here.