The Well Tempered Synth on Instagram: "🎼 “St Matthew Passion, Opening Chorus (‘Kommt, ihr Töchter, helft mir klagen’) BWV 244 by J. S. Bach” Composed in 1727 for Good Friday in Leipzig, this monumental opening chorus sets the emotional and theological tone of the entire Passion. Bach layers double choir and orchestra to create a dialogue of grief and reflection, inviting the listener into the narrative of Christ’s suffering from the very first bars. Full on bio ☝🏾☝🏾 What piece would you like

The Bach Choir on Instagram: "Bach didn’t write this melody. But he certainly utilises Hans Leo Hassler’s melody effectively in this stunning chorale from the St Matthew Passion. After nearly a century of annual performances, Bach’s monumental masterpiece has become a part of our DNA as a choir. Experience the drama of The Bach Choir’s world-famous St Matthew Passion performance at Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall on Sunday 8 March. Book your tickets now through the link in our bio!"