SCO 26/27: Bach St Matthew Passion
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A performance of Bach's *St Matthew Passion* in German, conducted by Maxim Emelyanychev, scheduled for 2 October 2026 at Glasgow's City Halls with ticket prices ranging from £16.50 to £42.50, including a restoration fund contribution.
Please note this performance will have a prompt start time of 7pm. Bach St Matthew Passion BACH Matthäus-Passion (Sung in German) Maxim Emelyanychev conductor/chamber organ Nick Pritchard Evangelist Matthew Brook Jesus Hilary Cronin soprano Tim Mead counter tenor Robert Murray tenor Roderick Williams baritone SCO Chorus Gregory Batsleer chorus director Choristers of St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral Duncan Ferguson Master of the Music, St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral To mark 300 years since its first performance, we present Bach’s St Matthew Passion — a towering work at the heart of our 2026/27 Season. Conducted by Maxim Emelyanychev, this profound retelling of the Passion story brings together the SCO, SCO Chorus and choristers from St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral. Kindly supported by the Scottish Chamber Orchestra Foundation
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SCO 26/27: Bach St Matthew Passion takes place on Friday, 2 October 2026.
SCO 26/27: Bach St Matthew Passion is held at City Halls in Glasgow (Candleriggs, Glasgow, G1 1NQ).
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A performance of Bach's *St Matthew Passion* in German, conducted by Maxim Emelyanychev, scheduled for 2 October 2026 at Glasgow's City Halls with ticket prices ranging from £16.50 to £42.50, including a restoration fund contribution.
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Please note this performance will have a prompt start time of 7pm. Bach St Matthew Passion BACH Matthäus-Passion (Sung in German) Maxim Emelyanychev conductor/chamber organ Nick Pritchard Evangelist Matthew Brook Jesus Hilary Cronin soprano Tim Mead counter tenor Robert Murray tenor Roderick Williams baritone SCO Chorus Gregory Batsleer chorus director Choristers of St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral Duncan Ferguson Master of the Music, St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral To mark 300 years since its first performance, we present Bach’s St Matthew Passion — a towering work at the heart of our 2026/27 Season. Conducted by Maxim Emelyanychev, this profound retelling of the Passion story brings together the SCO, SCO Chorus and choristers from St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral. Kindly supported by the Scottish Chamber Orchestra Foundation
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is SCO 26/27: Bach St Matthew Passion?
SCO 26/27: Bach St Matthew Passion takes place on Friday, 2 October 2026.
Where is SCO 26/27: Bach St Matthew Passion taking place?
SCO 26/27: Bach St Matthew Passion is held at City Halls in Glasgow (Candleriggs, Glasgow, G1 1NQ).
How do I get tickets for SCO 26/27: Bach St Matthew Passion?
Tickets for SCO 26/27: Bach St Matthew Passion can be booked via tickets.glasgowlife.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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