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Bach - St John Passion

Few classical works have the urgency and dramatic immediacy of Bach’s St John Passion.

Leading Bach interpreter Sir Roger Norrington – celebrating his 80th birthday this year – directs his Zurich Chamber Orchestra in the St John Passion, a work noted for its dramatic sweep and emotional immediacy in the recounting of events leading to the crucifixion of Christ. It is realised here by a cast led by tenor James Gilchrist, a distinguished Evangelist of his generation.

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Credits

Role Contributor
Composer Johann Sebastian Bach
Evangelist James Gilchrist
Christus Neal Davies
Orchestra Zürcher Kammerorchester
Conductor Sir Roger Norrington

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