In the solemn ambiance of St. Thomas Episcopal Church, immerse yourself in a sacred journey during our Bach Vespers. Featuring BWV 229, one of Bach’s awe-inspiring motets for double chorus, this evening transcends time and connects you to a rich tradition of spiritual contemplation. Join us for a soul-stirring event that resonates with the essence of the Lenten season.

Schedule:

• 4pm: Pre-Vespers Lecture in the Parlor

• 4:30pm: Organ Prelude Recital in the nave

• 5pm: Bach Vespers for Lent

Tickets are not required for this event.

About the Bach Ensemble: The Bach Ensemble at St. Thomas is a professional ensemble dedicated to enriching the musical and artistic life of the Cincinnati area through the performance of the music of J. S. Bach, his contemporaries and his musical heirs. The Bach Ensemble serves as ensemble-in-residence at St. Thomas Episcopal Church where it leads the monthly Bach Vespers, performing the cantatas of J. S. Bach in the context for which they were written. The Bach Ensemble is committed to historically informed performances of Bach’s music and artistic collaborations with other musical ensembles.