The Hanover Band
Bach St Matthew Passion
J.S. Bach’s masterpiece, telling the story of Christ’s trial, torture and crucifixion
Daniel Hyde conductor; Simon Wall Evangelist; Giles Underwood Christus; Rachel Nicholls soprano; Bernadette Johns mezzo soprano; Maximilian Lawrie tenor; Charles Cunliffe baritone; City of London Choir; The Schola Cantorum of King’s College, Cambridge
St Matthew’s words of witness are interspersed with passages of commentary as the narrative unfolds, full of impotent grief and love. Bach’s wonderful music intensifies the drama and exquisite pain of the language.
Expressing the strongest universal human conditions and emotions, this mighty work has an extraordinary power to touch and move, regardless of the listener’s own faith.
The City of London Choir, singing in English, is joined by The Hanover Band, a ripieno chorus of girls and outstanding soloists.
Expressing the strongest universal human conditions and emotions, this mighty work has an extraordinary power to touch and move, regardless of the listener’s own faith.
The City of London Choir, singing in English, is joined by The Hanover Band, a ripieno chorus of girls and outstanding soloists.
Thu, 26 March 2026
Cadogan Hall, London
7:00pm
£20 to £58
Full Event Details
St Matthew’s words of witness are interspersed with passages of commentary as the narrative unfolds, full of impotent grief and love. Bach’s wonderful music intensifies the drama and exquisite pain of the language.
Expressing the strongest universal human conditions and emotions, this mighty work has an extraordinary power to touch and move, regardless of the listener’s own faith.
The City of London Choir, singing in English, is joined by The Hanover Band, a ripieno chorus of girls and outstanding soloists.
Venue Details & Map
Location
Cadogan Hall, London
5 Sloane Terrace, London SW1X 9DQ
