Johann Sebastian Bach: St. John Passion, BWV 245 The NDR Vocal Ensemble and Concerto Köln

The strings of Concerto Köln engage in dialogue with the voices of the NDR choir, reconstructing Bach's architecture of sound. This recording of the St. John Passion is not merely a concert capture but a thoughtful journey through the Gospel text, where each aria becomes a monologue and each chorale a collective prayer. The 2026 music film offers an intimate, almost chamber perspective on the monumental work, focusing on the emotional expressiveness of every voice and the conductor's gesture. The camera follows the musicians, allowing the viewer to feel the tension and concentration of a live performance. There are no theatrical sets—only faces, instruments, and pure polyphony sounding with almost tangible physicality.