Although Bach never heard the complete work performed, the Mass in B Minor has come to be recognized as one of the supreme achievements of Western civilization. This rare performance features period instruments, revealing the colors and vitality Bach himself would have known.

Soloists:

• Olivia Knutsen, Soprano I

• Natalie Romanick, Soprano II

• Rachael Bell, Mezzo-Soprano

• Samuel Krausz, Tenor

• Michael Young, Baritone

• Maureen Murchie, Baroque Violin

• Colin St-Martin, Flauto traverso

• Kristin Olson, Baroque Oboe

• Michael Styles, Corno da caccia

This concert is part of the third annual St. Gertrude Parish Sacred Music Series.