Did you know that our Conductor David Hill once appeared in a popular UK soap? In a recent interview with Petroc Trelawny on In Tune, he reveals which show it was—and the surprising story of how that cameo came about. During the conversation on BBC Radio 3, David also shares
On Sunday 8 March as part of our 150th Anniversary season, we performed the St Matthew Passion for the 177th time at the Royal Festival Hall. Here are some of our favourite photos from the day, and some quotes from reviewers Nick Holmes and Susan Elkin. All images are by
We’re very much looking forward to re-connecting with Duruflé’s gorgeous Requiem on Thursday 19 March at Holy Trinity Sloane Square. This work combines solemn plainchants with lush, impressionistic harmonies to gorgeous effect. You can hear some of that in action in the Sanctus… And in the final movement, In Paradisum.
If you’ve never sung in a choir, we’d highly recommend it. It feels wonderful to be part of something bigger than yourself, and it’s very easy to get swept away in the emotion and beauty of it all. Singing together is also proven to reduce stress, so it’s good for
Ahead of his performance as Evangelist in our next St Matthew Passion performance, we caught up with Toby Spence about what the St Matthew Passion means to him and what he listens to outside of his usual concert repertoire. 1. You’ve sung the Evangelist in the St Matthew Passion many
In the second of our 150th anniversary podcast episodes, David Hill and The Bach Choir take you inside the St Matthew Passion – a powerful story of love, betrayal, anger and forgiveness. There’s something in there for everyone, from Bach beginners to Bach buffs… Watch it below now or listen