This is not just a concert; it’s a journey through history, a musical experience like no other. Transport yourself to the premiere of JS Bach's St John Passion in Leipzig in 1724 with period instruments - and immerse yourself in the emotional and historical significance of this masterpiece.

Conducted by Tom Hammond-Davies, the Oxford Bach Soloists team up with world-leading Evangelist, Mark Padmore. This is your chance to witness top-class, unbeatable music-making that will move your soul. Dive into Bach’s music in Holy Week and gain incredible insights from pre-concert talks connecting history, science and music in a truly unique way.

Tom Hammond-Davies, conductor
Mark Padmore, Evangelist
Florian Störtz, Christ
Ben Davies, Pilate
Lucy Cronin & Sam Cobb, sopranos
Rebecca Leggett, alto
Thomas Kelly, tenor