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Bach's St Matthew Passion, Wigmore Hall

On 25 Mar 18, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

A great religious work, a profound human drama, a showcase for virtuoso singing and playing... Bach's St Matthew Passion is many things, but few can resist its power

By Claudia Pritchard on 15/11/2017

John Butt conducts the Dunedin Consort in Bach's St Matthew Passion
John Butt conducts the Dunedin Consort in Bach's St Matthew Passion
Bach's St Matthew Passion, Wigmore Hall Bach's St Matthew Passion, Wigmore Hall Claudia Pritchard
Lovers of choral music generally, and Bach in particular, never miss a performance of the St Matthew Passion. Now, here is one on a scale that will bring out the drama of the piece: there is only one voice per part, making the characters very real indeed.


This masterwork was originally written to be sung at Bach's church, the Thomaskirche in Leipzig, on Good Friday, 11 April 1727. It goes far beyond the Christian story and is now valued by all who love music, and all who love humanity, as the pinnacle of musical expression regarding the human condition.


Performances abound around Easter time, but the piece is never out of time. This one, on Palm Sunday (25 March), conducted by early music specialist John Butt and performed by the voices and players of the Dunedin Consort, promises to be spellbinding as it unfolds the story of Christ's last days on earth.


The St Matthew Passion is one of only two surviving Bach passions and it is fantastically complex, with two and sometimes three independent choirs, a double orchestra, and virtuoso solos for unusual instruments.


It is essential listening for fans and newcomers alike, but is sure to sell out: every performance does.

by Claudia Pritchard

What Bach's St Matthew Passion, Wigmore Hall
Where Wigmore Hall, 36 Wigmore Street, London, W1U 2BP | MAP
Nearest tube Bond Street (underground)
When On 25 Mar 18, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Price £15 - £50
Website Click here for more information and booking



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