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Bach鈥檚 St Matthew Passion

Jonathan Cohen directs period instrument ensemble Arcangelo, alongside a double choir and a stellar line-up of soloists, in Bach's choral masterpiece, the St Matthew Passion.

Bach鈥檚 profound choral masterpiece, the St Matthew Passion, transcends eras and faiths with its exploration of courage, compassion, sacrifice and redemption. Here, it crowns the 大象传媒 Proms season in a performance by period instrument ensemble Arcangelo, directed from the harpsichord by Jonathan Cohen. They are joined by a double choir and a stellar line-up of soloists, including Iestyn Davies, Roderick Williams and rising star Stuart Jackson.

Anna Lapwood presents from the Royal Albert Hall, with musician and broadcaster Hannah French as her guest.

3 hours, 4 minutes

Credits

Role Contributor
Presenter Anna Lapwood
Interviewed Guest Hannah French
Singer Louise Alder
Singer Iestyn Davies
Singer Stuart Jackson
Singer Hugo Hymas
Musician Roderick Williams
Musician Matthew Rose
Conductor Jonathan Cohen
Ensemble Arcangelo
Producer Serena Cross
Director Jonathan Haswell

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