Brook Street Band

Bach: St John Passion

With Quintin Beer (conductor) and Saffron Walden Choral Society

JS Bach’s St John Passion is a timeless masterpiece of sacred music and is one of his most deeply felt works.

First performed in 1724, Bach’s vivid retelling of Christ’s betrayal and crucifixion is characterised by dramatic storytelling and music of immense emotional power. Recitatives, arias, choruses and chorales are skilfully interwoven to convey the themes of human suffering, sorrow and redemption alongside passages of quiet reflection. Its profound spiritual depth and wonderful, moving music continues to enthral audiences worldwide.

The performance will be sung in English, with a period-instrument orchestra.

Performers:
William Searle Evangelist
Soloists from the Royal Academy of Music
Saffron Walden Choral Society
Brook Street Band
Quintin Beer conductor

This concert is supported by The Josephine Baker Trust and Saffron Walden Round Table.

Saffron Hall
Sat, 28 March 2026
Saffron Hall
4:00pm
From £21

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JS Bach’s St John Passion is a timeless masterpiece of sacred music and is one of his most deeply felt works.

First performed in 1724, Bach’s vivid retelling of Christ’s betrayal and crucifixion is characterised by dramatic storytelling and music of immense emotional power. Recitatives, arias, choruses and chorales are skilfully interwoven to convey the themes of human suffering, sorrow and redemption alongside passages of quiet reflection. Its profound spiritual depth and wonderful, moving music continues to enthral audiences worldwide.

The performance will be sung in English, with a period-instrument orchestra.

Performers:
William Searle Evangelist
Soloists from the Royal Academy of Music
Saffron Walden Choral Society
Brook Street Band
Quintin Beer conductor

This concert is supported by The Josephine Baker Trust and Saffron Walden Round Table.