Bach: Christmas Oratorioconducted by Patrick Hahn
When the Munich Bach Choir performs Bach’s Christmas Oratorio on the fourth Sunday of Advent each year, the spirit of Christmas past and present begins to fill the air. Accompanied by four renowned soloists, the choir and orchestra perform the work with warmth, precision and narrative passion in a musical celebration that perfectly conveys the Christmas message and heralds the festive season.
When the Munich Bach Choir performs Bach’s Christmas Oratorio on the fourth Sunday of Advent each year, the spirit of Christmas past and present begins to fill the air. Accompanied by four renowned soloists, the choir and orchestra perform the work with warmth, precision and narrative passion in a musical celebration that perfectly conveys the Christmas message and heralds the festive season.
Rejoice, rejoice – Christmas made music
The cantatas vividly recount the bible story, as jubilant choruses, festive trumpets, lively pastoral music and heartfelt chorales alternate with one another. From “rejoice, rejoice” to delicate arias, Bach spans a spectrum ranging from heavenly splendour to quiet contemplation.
Programme
- Bach: Christmas Oratorio, BWV 248 – Cantatas I to VI
With
- Munich Bach Choir
- Munich Bach Orchestra
- Johanna Wallroth, soprano
- Anna Lucia Richter, mezzo-soprano
- Benjamin Bruns, tenor
- Konstantin Krimmel, baritone
- Patrick Hahn, conductor
