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Oxford Harmonic Choir Spring Concert - Bach's St Matthew Passion
J. S. Bach’s St. Matthew Passion was completed in 1727 and has been widely recognized, to this day, as the greatest sacred choral work of all time. It stands as such a towering musical edifice that it cast a shadow on the entire “passion oratorio” genre until at least the time of Penderecki and Pärt in the late 20th century. Certainly, Bach’s inventive harmony, dense counterpoint and dramatic use of tone colour are striking throughout. Due to the nature of this work as a vehicle for telling the story of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion, this performance will be sung in English.
Saturday 28 March
Oxford Town Hall
St Aldate’s Oxfordshire OX1 1BX
Concert begins at 7:00pmTicket Prices:
Arena and back gallery £25
Side gallery £20
Wheelchair users arena £23 (includes free carer/companion)
Under 18s/students £12.50
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