“The most exciting thing I’ve heard in a very long time ★★★★★ “

This is not just a concert; it’s a journey through history, a musical experience like no other. Transport yourself to the premiere in Leipzig in 1724 with period instruments and immerse 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 on Holy Saturday 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, soprano
Rebecca Leggett, alto
Thomas Kelly, tenor