Johann Sebastian Bach: Passion According to Saint John, BWV 245

J. S. Bach's Saint John Passion, BWV 245, is among the greatest settings of the Passion in the history of music. Saint Peter’s Choir and Baroque Orchestra continues their annual tradition of presenting this masterwork on Good Friday in the context of the liturgy. The performance will be sung in German and feature period instruments, with opportunity for participation with the Chorales, in English, by the congregation.

Saint Peter’s is the only place in the New York City metropolitan area to hear the piece presented in such a manner. This special musical event is in-person only, with recordings available online at a later date. You can view last year’s performance here.

Featuring Vincent Carr as conductor and Jacob Perry as evangelist, the Saint Peter’s Choir and Baroque Orchestra will offer only one performance. Purchase your ticket and come experience this vibrant interpretation of Bach’s masterpiece right in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. Enjoy VIP treatment by supporting us at a higher level of donation! For more information, please click here. We look forward to seeing you at 54th and Lexington on April 3rd!

This presentation is made possible entirely by donations. Your reservation helps Saint Peter's continue the Good Friday tradition of classical music masterworks in a liturgical setting. Please click "Tickets" above to reserve a ticket and make a donation via eventbrite at the following levels:

$35 donation | General Admission

• General admission seating for one person.

$100 donation | Supporter Circle

• Acknowledgement in the program.*
• General admission seating for two.

$250 donation | Donor Circle

• Acknowledgement in the program.*
• Reserved seating for two.

$500 donation | Friend Circle

• Acknowledgement in the program.*
• Reserved seating for two.
• Invitation to a rehearsal of your choice.

$1000 donation | Benefactor Circle

• Acknowledgement in the program.*
• Reserved seating for up to four people.
• Invitation to a rehearsal of your choice.
• Breakfast with the Cantor and Pastor on the morning of the performance, which takes place on April 3, 2026.

$1500 donation | Patron Circle

• Acknowledgement in the program.*
• Reserved seating for up to six people.
• Invitation to a rehearsal of your choice.
• Breakfast with the Cantor and Pastor on the morning of the performance, which takes place on April 3, 2026.
• 2 VIP tickets to a special performance of Bach's B minor Mass by the Sebastians on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 (more information here).

* In order to appear in the program, gifts must be received by Sunday, March 22, 2026.

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