Musicians Will Be Playing Bach In Subway Stations Throughout New York This Weekend

FULTON CENTER, NY — Performers throughout New York City and around the world will take to subway stations this weekend to play the music of J.S. Bach.

Bach in the Subways, an international initiative that began in New York City in 2010, aims to bring Bach's music to public spaces for free in a coordinated, international effort.

"The most important idea behind Bach in the Subways has always been to bring live Bach, and by extension classical music, to as many people as possible, especially those who would not normally hear it," organizers behind the initiative wrote.

Performers are not supposed to accept money for their performances and they are encouraged to perform in any public space from March 18 through March 21.

Be on the lookout for performances throughout New York City, but you can check out pre-registered performers and plan your commute accordingly here. There are scheduled performances at the Fulton Center, the L train station at First Avenue, the West Fourth Street station, and in Washington Square Park, among other places in Manhattan and Brooklyn.

Performers are participating in cities around the world, including in Budapest, Sinapore, Monterrey, Tbilisi and more.

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