IMPORTANT: Due to a broken heater and low temperatures at Central Presbyterian Church, we have made the decision to CANCEL our 2/24 performance.
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Bach’s St. Matthew Passion is his longest and most elaborate work, representing the crowning achievement of his sacred vocal works, and arguably, the culmination of all Baroque sacred music. Composed in 1727, Bach’s masterpiece is scored for solo voices, double choir, “ripieno” chorus, and double orchestra with libretto by Christian Friedrich Henrici (Picander). The St. Matthew Passion tells the story of the last days of Jesus, according to the Gospel of Matthew. In this well-known story, Jesus is betrayed, tried, crucified, and then buried. It’s a story filled with suffering, emotions, and ultimately love and faithfulness. Come along on the emotional journey with Colorado Bach Ensemble!
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Derek Chester
Evangelist
Derek Chester has quickly established himself as a preeminent interpreter of oratorio repertoire and a teacher of the vocal arts. Chester received his bachelor’s degree in Vocal Performance from the…

Andrew Garland
Jesus
Baritone, Andrew Garland, is hailed as a performer whose artistry is a perfect combination between “baritone of strength and vocal opulence” (Opera News) and “cosmic energy and suavity” (Opera News). …

Sarah Moyer
Soprano
Known for her “purity and flawless range” (South Florida Classical Review), soprano Sarah Moyer’s most recent work as a concert artist includes Barber’s Knoxville: Summer of 1915, Pergolesi’s Stabat Mater,…

Claire McCahan
Mezzo-soprano
American mezzo soprano Claire McCahan has been applauded for her rich tone and dedication to character and expression in operatic and concert performances. Her recent operatic credits include the American…

Gene Stenger
Tenor
Hailed as an “impressive tenor” (The New York Times) who sings with “sweet vibrancy” (The Cleveland Plain Dealer) Gene Stenger is one of the country’s most called upon Bach specialists…

Harrison Hintzsche
Baritone
“Sonorous” (Opera News) and “Suave” (parterre box) American baritone Harrison Hintzsche is a recitalist, concert singer, and ensemble musician. He has been praised for his warm lyric tone, musical subtlety, and…