Celebrate the nativity story with reverence and exuberance, presented by the Irish Baroque Orchestra and Choir

BACH’S CHRISTMAS ORATORIO BWV 248

Irish Baroque Orchestra & Chorus | Director Peter Whelan

Lucie Chartin, soprano | Charlotte O’Hare, soprano

Katie Bray, mezzo-soprano | Laura Lamph, mezzo-soprano

Rodrigo Carreto, tenor | Christopher Bowen, tenor

Eoghan Desmond, bass-baritone | William Gaunt, bass

From the jubilant opening chorus "Jauchzet, frohlocket" to the serene and tender arias, every note of Bach's Christmas Oratorio celebrates the nativity story with reverence and exuberance.

First performed for Christmas in 1734, the Christmas Oratorio comprises six cantatas, each intended for performance on a feast day in the Christmas period. In this performance the Irish Baroque Orchestra and Chorus present all six cantatas, for an immersive and enriching audience experience full of joy and peace.

Secure your tickets now for an evening of spiritual reflection —a celebration of the season that will warm your heart and inspire your soul.

Doors for this event open at 7.00pm

The Christmas Oratorio performances are part of the IBO’s ambitious new Bach Cycle 2024 - 2026, made possible by the generous philanthropic support of an anonymous donor.

Approx running time: 3 hours

We are operating a strict no refund policy for this performance

The Irish Baroque Orchestra receives its principal fu

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