BBC Proms: Season 2021, Episode 20

2021 - 20: Bach's St Matthew Passion

Bach's profound choral masterpiece, the St Matthew Passion, transcends eras and faiths with its exploration of courage, compassion, sacrifice and redemption. Here it headlines at the Royal Albert Hall in a performance by period instrument ensemble Arcangelo, directed from the harpsichord by Jonathan Cohen. They are joined by a double choir and a stellar line-up of soloists, including Iestyn Davies, Roderick Williams and rising star Stuart Jackson. Presenter Anna Lapwood is jjoined by musician and broadcaster Hannah French.