Passion-tide and the music of J.S. Bach are inseparably linked. It is almost impossible to pass through the Lenten season without having some contact with the great Baroque master's settings of the Passions according to St John and St Matthew.
Some of this profound music will again be part of this year's Good Friday meditation in St Finbar's Catholic Church, Glenbrook, on the evening of Good Friday, April 19, at 7.30pm.
Offering choral and organ music of J.S. Bach together with special readings and meditations, this annual service will feature several of the wonderful chorale settings from the Passions as well as two movements from the cantata Christ Lay in Death's Dark Bonds. In the tradition of the Bach settings, the congregation will also participate, singing some of the great Passion hymns - When I Survey the Wondrous Cross and O Sacred Head.
The Blue Mountains Chorale will be joined by Sydney City Organist, Robert Ampt, who will direct the choir as well as perform several Bach works on the organ, include the splendid triple fugue - O God, Our Help in Ages Past. Amy Johansen will accompany the choir on the organ.
At times the church will be illuminated only by candles as members of the St Finbar's parish and neighbouring churches read related scripture passages. With great music and a powerful devotional atmosphere, this service will again be one of the very special offerings during this year's Lenten season and all are welcome.
There will be a request for a suggested donation. Inquiries: 4758 6067.
