Bach, JS: St Matthew Passion, BWV244 Filmed live in the Basilica Cathedral Saint-Denis, Paris, France, in July 2011 Werner G?ra (Evangelist), Stephen Morscheck (Jesus), Lucy Crowe (soprano), Christine Rice (mezzo-soprano ), Nicholas Phan (tenor), Matthew Brook (bass) & Bertrand Grunenwald (bass) Orchestre de Chambre de Paris, Schola Cantorum of Oxford & Ma?trise de Paris, John Nelson The St. Matthew Passion is the third part of 'The Soli Deo Gloria Collection' conducted by the American John Nelson who is wellknown for his interpretations of Romantic works.
This monumental piece, composed by JS Bach, recounts the dramatic story of the capture and crucifixion of Jesus Christ, itpresents a profound, dramatic, lyrical and contemplative work.
The concert features the excellent Orchestre de Chambre de Paris, as well as two internationally acclaimed choirs: the ScholaCantorum of Oxford (one of the oldest choirs in the UK) and the Ma?trise de Paris with origins back in the 12th century.
Directed by Louise Narboni and filmed twice with 7 HDTV cameras in the Basilica Cathedral Saint-Denis – a unique, monumentalmasterpiece of Gothic art.
The Blu-ray also includes the 52 mins. Documentary “John Nelson's Saint Matthew Passion - The Journey” by Louise Narboni as aBonus - showing intense rehearsals and interviews with John Nelson.
Picture format Blu-ray Disc: 1080i – Full HD, 16:9
Sound formats Blu-ray Disc: PCM Stereo, DTS HD Master Audio 5.0
Region code: All (worldwide)
Languages: English Subtitles: German, French, English, Japanese, Korean
Running time: 177 mins + 52 mins (BONUS)
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