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
Matthew Brook Christus
RSNO youth chorus
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.
Join us this Eastertide to celebrate 300 years of this extraordinary work.
Tickets: £6 – £29.50 (inc booking fee)
