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St John Passion

Britten Sinfonia

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Some of the member of Britten Sinfonia on the Barbican stage

An artistic and musical feat like no other: Britten Sinfonia perform J S Bach’s remarkable Passion oratorio on Good Friday

Bach's St John Passion brings together elements of the Lutheran liturgy, operatic arias, theatrical choruses and meditative chorales which gave the congregation an active role in reflecting on the unfolding drama. Britten Sinfonia is joined by a group of exciting young soloists and the Choir of Merton College, Oxford, who appear as high priests, soldiers and the baying mob, and also as us, the congregation.

Tagged with: Classical music Britten Sinfonia Multibuy - Feb-May 2023 Britten Sinfonia

This performance will end at approximately 8.10pm, including a 20-minute interval.

Produced by Britten Sinfonia

Programme

  • Johann Sebastian Bach   St John Passion

Performers

  • Britten Sinfonia  
  • Jacqueline Shave   director/violin
  • Rachel Redmond   soprano
  • Anita Monserrat   mezzo-soprano
  • Anthony Gregory   tenor
  • Malachy Frame   baritone
  • Gwilym Bowen   Evangelist
  • Michael Mofidian*   Christus
  • Choir of Merton College, Oxford  

*James Atkinson has withdrawn from the concert. We are grateful to Michael Mofidian for stepping in.

Digital programme

Hall

Location
The Barbican Hall is located within the main Barbican building. Head to Level G and follow the signs to find your seating level. 

Address
Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS

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