13th April
Bach: Saint John Passion – St Patrick’s Cathedral
Sunday 13 April 6.00–8.15pm
The Choir of St Patrick’s Cathedral is giving a liturgical performance of Bach’s Saint John Passion on Palm Sunday (April 13) at 6.00pm. All are very welcome to attend.
Bach’s Saint John Passionis one of the towering achievements of western music, and tells in music the story of the arrest, trial and crucifixion of Jesus. Originally conceived as a liturgical piece in Lutheran Germany, it combines the narrative from St John’s gospel with reflective solo arias, dramatic choruses and chorales (hymn tunes), the latter of which are sung by the entire congregation.
In this performance directed by David Leigh, the Schola (senior girls) and men of the cathedral choir are joined by an orchestra drawn from Dublin’s finest professional players. All of the solos, including the evangelist, are taken by current and former members of the choir.
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