Classical Music
Bach: St John Passion
Friday, 18/04/2025 / 08:00 PM - 10:50 PM / Elbphilharmonie (Großer Saal)
- from 15.00€ to 115.00€
The »St John Passion« is one of the most important and moving compositions in the history of music. In the 300 years since its premiere, it has not lost its emotional impact with which Johann Sebastian Bach set to music the suffering of Jesus Christ. Composed for Good Friday in 1724, this great work now sounds on the same bank holiday at the Elbphilharmonie. The period ensemble Pygmalion plays under the direction of its conductor Raphaël Pichon.
At nine years old, the French Pichon sang the »St John Passion« for the first time – a crucial experience for the singer and conductor. For many years, Bach’s music remained and forms the core repertoire of the Pygmalion ensemble, which Pichon established in 2007. Historically informed and always with a fresh look at the music, these concerts are hailed by audiences and critics. The musicians play instruments which originate from the time of the Passion or were replicated and ensure a unique listening experience. Renowned tenor Julian Prégardien is also involved in the role of the evangelist.
PERFORMERS
Pygmalion choir and orchestra
Julian Prégardien tenor
Huw Montague Rendall baritone
Leon Koavi bass
Ying Fang soprano
Lucile Richardot alto
Laurence Kilsby tenor
Raphaël Pichon director
PROGRAM
Anonymus
O Traurikeit, O Herzeleid!
Johann Sebastian Bach
Johannes-Passion, BWV 245
Johann Sebastian Bach
Sehet! Wir gehn hinauf gen Jerusalem BWV 159 (Auszüge)
Jacobus Gallus
Ecce quomodo moritur iustus / So stirbt ein Gerechter
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