Manchester Baroque
JS Bach: St Matthew Passion BWV 244
With Manchester Cathedral Choir
First performed on Good Friday 1727, this is the more reflective of Bach’s Passions. The Matthew Passion is an emotive journey of Jesus’ final days. Written for two orchestras and two choirs, the power of the music is so immediate that regardless of one’s belief, the music has a lasting universal impact.
The performance starts at 4.30pm. There will be a break at 5.45pm, and the concert will restart at 7.30pm, finishing at c.9.15pm.
Performers:
Rory Carver Evangelist
Christopher Webb Christus
Aisling Kenny soprano
Judy Louie Brown alto
Thomas Elwin tenor
Frederick Long bass
Manchester Baroque
Marcus Farnsworth conductor
Pauline Nobes leader
Fri, 3 April 2026
Manchester Cathedral
4:30pm
£10-£50
Full Event Details
Join Manchester Baroque on Good Friday as they perform one of sacred music’s greatest masterpieces.
First performed on Good Friday 1727, this is the more reflective of Bach’s Passions. The Matthew Passion is an emotive journey of Jesus’ final days. Written for two orchestras and two choirs, the power of the music is so immediate that regardless of one’s belief, the music has a lasting universal impact.
The performance starts at 4.30pm. There will be a break at 5.45pm, and the concert will restart at 7.30pm, finishing at c.9.15pm.
Performers:
Rory Carver Evangelist
Christopher Webb Christus
Aisling Kenny soprano
Judy Louie Brown alto
Thomas Elwin tenor
Frederick Long bass
Manchester Baroque
Marcus Farnsworth conductor
Pauline Nobes leader
Venue Details & Map
Location
Manchester Cathedral
Victoria Street, Manchester M3 1SX
Stour Music