One of the most moving of all the musical settings of the Passion of Christ- and one of the most frequently performed of all religious choral works. In its solos and choruses- Bach’s choral masterpiece follows the biblical text that relates the events leading to Christ’s crucifixion- death and resurrection. Contemplative reflections in freely composed verse and highly expressive chorales in…
First produced in Leipzig in 1734-35- Bach's Christmas Oratorio unfolds in a set of 6 cantatas unified by a Biblical narrative relating the story of the birth of Christ. This masterpiece of sacred music- for centuries a favorite throughout the Christmas season- has been reproduced from the authoritative Bach-Gesellschaft edition published by Breitkopf & Härtel.