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.
Johann Sebastian Bach Matthew Passion, BWV 244
Kristian Bezuidenhout director
Carine Tinney soprano
Reginald Mobley countertenor
Toby Spence Evangelist
Drew Santini Christus
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