Bach St. John Passion (Evangelist)
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra • Laura Choi Stuart, soprano • Amanda Crider, mezzo-soprano • Jacob Perry, tenor • Kevin Deas, bass • John Grau, Evangelist • Thaddaeus Bourne, Jesus
Experience Bach’s St. John Passion, the first of his four passions and a masterwork celebrated for its dramatic intensity and vivid storytelling. Filled with powerful musical portrayals of Christ’s capture and crucifixion, this work stands as one of Bach’s most visceral and compelling compositions.
From soaring chorales to intense recitatives, the passion draws listeners deep into the emotional and spiritual heart of the narrative. Whether you’re a devoted Bach enthusiast or new to his genius, this performance offers a profound journey through one of history’s greatest musical masterpieces, leaving a lasting impression on all who hear it.
For tickets: https://www.bachfestivalflorida.org/event/john-passion-2026
Bach Vocal Artists- Passion Music for Early America
Long before Bach and Beethoven became household names, Moravian communities were composing, preserving, and performing sacred music of extraordinary beauty and depth. Their musical legacy spans continents and centuries, blending European classical traditions with a profound focus on humility, grace, and heartfelt faith.
Discover the soulful Lenten anthems that once echoed through Moravian settlements—from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, to Herrnhut, Germany—offering artistry intertwined with spiritual reflection.
Join us for an evocative journey into the sacred sounds of Moravian music, a celebration of reverence, renewal, and timeless beauty that continues to inspire and uplift hearts today.
For tickets: https://www.bachfestivalflorida.org/event/early-america-2026
Bach Vocal Artists- Americana: Barber, Bernstein, Copland
Leonard Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms glows with rhythmic vitality and lyrical beauty—a radiant fusion of Hebrew text, choral brilliance, and orchestral color. At once joyful and reflective, it offers a powerful testament to faith, hope, and the human spirit.
Paired with it is Aaron Copland’s In the Beginning, a bold choral setting of the Genesis creation story. Featuring mezzo-soprano soloist and chorus, Copland’s music captures the wonder of the world’s first breath.
For tickets: https://www.bachfestivalflorida.org/event/americana-2026
Bach Vocal Artists- Rachmaninoff Vespers
Step into a world of stillness, awe, and transcendent sound.
Rachmaninoff’s All-Night Vigil—often called the Vespers—is one of the most profound choral works of the 20th century. Drawing on ancient Russian Orthodox chant and enriched by Rachmaninoff’s luminous harmonies, this a cappella masterpiece offers a moving journey of spiritual reflection and musical brilliance.
Sung in Church Slavonic and performed by a handpicked ensemble of professional voices from across the nation, this performance invites listeners to experience the sacred through sound alone. Let the timeless beauty of unaccompanied human voices transport you to a realm of peace, reverence, and quiet wonder.
Tickets here:https://www.bachfestivalflorida.org/event/bva-vespers-2025
Bach Vocal Artists: Vivaldi Choral Works
Join us for an evening of delightful surprises as we bring to life the lesser-known works of this beloved composer. From spirited choral movements to enchanting vocal harmonies, it is easy to lose yourself in the vivacious charm of Vivaldi's music. This concert promises to be a cheerful celebration of Vivaldi’s lesser-known masterpieces, guaranteed to leave you with a newfound appreciation for his genius.
Handel La Resurezzione
Indulge in the rich tapestry of Baroque Italian flavor with Handel's La resurrezione, a masterpiece that showcases the genius of the young master himself. Often overlooked as the father of the oratorio, Handel's groundbreaking work with La resurrezione put this revered musical form squarely on the map. Delve into the soaring melodies that mark Handel's first foray into the world of oratorios, as he crafts a compelling narrative of resurrection and redemption. Join us for an unforgettable evening of musical splendor as we pay homage to Handel and his enduring legacy with La resurrezione.
Bach Vocal Artists: Rossini Petite messe solenelle
Experience the delightful fusion of sacred music and operatic charm with Rossini's "Petite messe solennelle." Despite its solemn title, this mass is a spirited celebration of melody and mirth, showcasing Rossini's signature wit and musical prowess. With its lyrical melodies, rich harmonies, and dynamic contrasts, the "Petite messe solennelle" invites audiences on a journey of spiritual and sonic discovery.
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Baroquetoberfest Festival
Baroquetoberfest will feature music from the French Baroque period. An exciting concert on period instruments featuring composers like Rameau, Jacquet de la Guerre, Charpentier, Lully, and more.
Gessinger Mass
Come and hear the rarely performed Julius Gessinger Mass in C. This fantastic work by a German composer in the mid 20th century will allow you to hear some music be lesser known composers. Sponsored by the Bach Festival Society of Winter Park.
Bach Vocal Artists: Songs for the Soul
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Vocal Artists
The Bach Vocal Artists conclude the 89th season by performing a selection of choral music that promises to feed the soul and the intellect through its sheer beauty and elegance. Truly…Songs for the Soul.
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Voices of Light: The Passion of Joan of Arc
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Festival Chamber Choir and Orchestra
Anna Eschbach, soprano; Morgan Peckels, mezzo soprano, John Grau, tenor; Stephen Mumbert, bass
Voices of Light features the legendary silent film masterpiece The Passion of Joan of Arc (1928) paired with a musical score composed by Richard Einhorn, whose music is praised as "brilliantly effective" and "moving" by the New York Times. Past patrons have described this compelling program as “life changing.
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Voices of Light: The Passion of Joan of Arc
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Festival Chamber Choir and Orchestra
Anna Eschbach, soprano; Morgan Peckels, mezzo soprano, John Grau, tenor; Stephen Mumbert, bass
Voices of Light features the legendary silent film masterpiece The Passion of Joan of Arc (1928) paired with a musical score composed by Richard Einhorn, whose music is praised as "brilliantly effective" and "moving" by the New York Times. Past patrons have described this compelling program as “life changing.
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The Little Match Girl Passion
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Festival Orchestra
Clara Rottsolk, soprano; Amanda Crider, mezzo soprano; John Grau, tenor; Brandon Hendrickson, bass
The Pulitzer Prize-winning The Little Match Girl Passion was composed by David Lang, inspired by the Hans Christian Andersen story, and influenced by Bach’s St. Matthew Passion. Aesop’s Fables, by Richard Maltz, offers important life lessons while describing the “world of childhood.”
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J.S. Bach’s Magnificat in D Major
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra
Anna Eschbach, soprano; Morgan Peckels, mezzo soprano; John Grau, tenor; Stephen Mumbert, bass; Brennan Hall, soloist
This program celebrates the genius of Bach and Handel. Delight in The Magnificat in D Major in all its choral and orchestral glory. This is Bach at his most joyous. Then savor his iconic Orchestral Suite No. 3.
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Bach Vocal Artists: The Splendor of Baroque Magnificats
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Vocal Artists
Grandeur and ingenuity abound through five Baroque era composers’ settings of the Magnificat, a canticle of praise to Mary: Vivaldi, Telemann, Zelenka, Caldara and Heinecken. This program will feature the virtuosic ensemble, Bach Vocal Artists.
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Bach Vocal Artists: Handel‘s Roman Vespers
John V. Sinclair, conductor • Bach Vocal Artists
Dixit Dominus, Laudate pueri Dominus, and Nisi Dominus were commissioned by Handel’s Roman patron, Cardinal Colonna. These are some of the most charming examples of Handel’s early music and are rarely heard together.
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