“A small product of the skill I have attained in Musique” wrote Bach as he sent two of the movements to the court of Dresden. That’s quite the job application, and rather an understatement! The movements were composed across 25 years and the Mass only assembled into its final form shortly before Bach’s death, so he never heard a complete performance. But what an epic work it is, showcasing supreme mastery and a profound beauty that resonates deeply within us.

Running time is approx. 2 hours, 10 minutes including interval.

EX CATHEDRA Choir & Baroque Orchestra

Jeffrey Skidmore - conductor

Margaret Lingas, Imogen Russell, Katie Trethewey, Clover Willis - soprano

Martha McLorinan, Elena Stamp - alto

Daniel Marles - tenor

Thomas Lowen, Lawrence White - bass