San José Symphonic Choir presents one of the most powerful and far-reaching achievements in classical music—Johann Sebastian Bach’s St. Matthew Passion.
Monumental in scope, the work is written for double choir, youth choir, orchestra, and soloists, creating an immersive musical landscape of extraordinary depth and emotional range. Don't miss this rare opportunity to hear one of the greatest choral masterworks of all time in person.
Unfolding as a dramatic narrative, the St. Matthew Passion weaves moments of intensity with passages of stillness and reflection, inviting listeners into a shared human story shaped by compassion, betrayal, grief, and hope. Intimate arias give voice to personal emotion, expressive chorales offer collective reflection, and electrifying choral movements propel the drama forward with breathtaking force.
St. Matthew Passion brings vivid storytelling to life featuring seven remarkable soloists well known to SJSC audiences, San Jose Baroque Orchestra, and Vivace Youth Chorus of San Jose.
Bach’s masterwork speaks across centuries and cultures, revealing music of profound beauty and humanity—music that continues to challenge, console, and deeply move audiences today.