J.S. Bach's Easter Story: St John Passion
During the first winter that J.S. Bach worked at Leipzig, he composed the St John Passion for the Good Friday Vespers service of 1724. This magnificent oratorio tell the Easter Story. “Passion” is the Christian theological term used for the events and suffering of Jesus in the hours before and including his trial and execution by crucifixion.
The City of Dunedin Choir, supported by the Southern Sinfonia and conducted by David Burchell, presents Bach's Easter story, St John Passion. This dramatic and powerful oratorio provides a focus for the celebration at Easter.
Tenor Paul McMahon, singing the role of the Evangelist, is highly regarded in Australia for his interpretation of the baroque repertoire. Lois Johnston, soprano, and Claire Barton, alto, are well known and admired by Dunedin concert goers. Oliver Sewell (tenor), Chris Bruerton (bass) and Howard Harvey (in the role of Christ), accomplished soloists from Christchurch, will contribute to the experience of this contemplative work.
Dunedin Town Hall
For details of ticket bookings see the Choir's website.
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City of Dunedin ChoirAs Dunedin's leading exponent of large-scale choral works, the City of Dunedin Choir strives for the highest standards in performing the classics of the repertoire, such as Bach's St Matthew Passion and St John Passion, The Messiah (which it has performed about 120 times!), the Verdi Requiem and the Brahms Requiem.
The Choir provides a forum for young, aspiring soloists and welcomes opportunities to perform with other choirs, such as the Invercargill A Capella Singers and the Auckland Choral Society.
