Bach’s Matthew Passion was first performed on Good Friday 1727. Eight singers and two orchestras work together and apart to narrate, comment, and reflect on the last days of Jesus’ life.
J.S. BachSt. Matthew Passion BWV 244 John Butt, director Joanne Lunn, soprano James Hall, alto Hugo Hymas, Evangelist Ashley Riches, 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. £28.50; Disabled/Wheelchair user £15.50 (inc £2.50 booking fee per ticket); Under 26s/Students/Unwaged £6; Under 18s and carers go free
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