Bach specialist Masaaki Suzuki, who made his UMS debut with the work over 20 years ago, returns to conduct the English Baroque Soloists and the Monteverdi Choir. For over 60 years, the Monteverdi Choir has been recognized as one of the most influential choirs in the world, bringing fresh perspectives, immediacy, and drama to its historically informed performance practice. One of the most innovative period instrument ensembles in the world, the English Baroque Soloists are known for their distinctly warm and incisive playing.

Suzuki says, “There is something electrifying about making music with an ensemble whose DNA is so closely entwined with Bach’s. The Monteverdi Choir and English Baroque Soloists have helped to shape the world’s understanding of this music for decades. To collaborate with them … is both humbling and exhilarating.”