Johannes-Passion by Bach, J. S., Fra (2019/2019), Dirigent Daniel Reuss, Musis Sacrum, Arnhem, Netherlands

Bach 's Johannes-Passion is sometimes seen as 'the little brother' of the St Matthew Passion . In terms of length and occupation, that characterization makes sense, but otherwise the two are on the same — great — height. The main difference between the two versions of the Passion Gospel is the fiercer character of the John Passion . Jesus here is much more the powerful savior of mankind than the pitiful victim of a conspiracy. Two top Dutch ensembles and a selection of acclaimed soloists will examine this compelling masterpiece tonight. Over the years, the Orchestra of the Eighteenth Century and Cappella Amsterdam have built up a close bond. Under the direction of Daniel Reuss and with soloists such as Henk Neven (Christus) and Thomas Walker (Evangelist), after the success of 2017, they will once again focus on Bach's Johannes Passion. Shorter, but also more intense. This is how many music lovers experience Bach's St. John Passion when they compare it with St. Matthew . It was the first passion that Bach, who had just started as a Thomas cantor, composed in Leipzig. With the St John Passion he wanted to prove himself on Good Friday 1724 for his new audience. The monumental, dramatic work will not have missed its effect.