Bach’s Matthew Passion was first performed on Good Friday 1727. Amidst the drama of betrayal, trial, judgement, and crucifixion, there runs a thread of love, both human and divine.

Johann Sebastian Bach Matthew Passion, BWV 244 

John Butt director & harpsichord
Anna Dennis soprano
James Hall countertenor
Nicholas Mulroy Evangelist
Malachy Frame Christus 

Bach’s Matthew Passion was first performed on Good Friday 1727. Amidst the drama of betrayal, trial, judgement, and crucifixion, there runs a thread of love, both human and divine. 

Eight singers and two orchestras work together and apart to narrate, comment, and reflect on the last days of Jesus’ life. 

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