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Bach's St John Passion | Cambridge University Chamber Choir at St John's College Chapel

Thu 7 March

St John's College Chapel

Marking the 300th anniversary of Bach's towering masterpiece, the Cambridge University Chamber Choir and Collegium Musicum present the revered St John Passion.

This powerful oratorio intertwines the agony of the trial and crucifixion of Jesus, the disciples’ confusion, and the crowd’s tumultuous emotions, inviting the audience to immerse themselves in the drama through traditional German hymns. Bach’s St John Passion is a testament to his genius, infusing vivid narratives from the Gospel of John with arias, chorales, and expressive musicality. The work, originally structured to complement a sermon, captures the essence of Christ’s passion.

Renowned tenor Nicholas Mulroy, acclaimed for his portrayal of the celebrated Evangelist, leads a stellar ensemble, including talented student singers from the Cambridge University Chamber Choir. Professor Margaret Faultless, a distinguished violinist, leads a collaboration between members of the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment experience scheme, playing side-by-side with the Cambridge University Collegium Musicum.

Performed in a traditional concert setting at St John's College Chapel, prepare to be moved anew by the enduring brilliance of Bach's musical legacy.

cmp.cam.ac.uk/StJohnPassion

Cost: Tickets: £30, £20, £10 | Concessions: £28, £18, £8 | Cambridge University students: £5, £4