Saint Matthew Passion

Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra and Apollo Chorus of Chicago to perform St Matthew Passion Six soloists, two choirs, and one orchestra come together for J.S. Bach’s Saint Matthew Passion. Elmhurst, IL and Chicago, IL - The Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra and Apollo Chorus of Chicago present two back-to-back performances of Saint Matthew Passion conducted by Music Director Stephen Alltop. Performances will feature the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra and Apollo Chorus of Chicago with Spirito Singers. “To experience Bach’s St Matthew Passion is to be immersed in one of the greatest artistic and spiritual achievements by a human mind. It’s something every music lover should hear in concert at least once in their lives,” says Music Director Stephen Alltop. Performances will take place in Elmhurst on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 4:00PM at the Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church and in Chicago on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 3:00PM at the Church of the Holy Family (Chicago).  Program Highlights: JOHANN SEBASTIAN BACH Saint Matthew Passion Who’s Performing: Elmhurst Symphony, Orchestra The Apollo Chorus of Chicago, Chorus Stephen Alltop, Music Director and Conductor Spirito Singers, Chorus Steven Soph, Tenor (Evangelist) Evan Bravos, Baritone (Jesus) Josefien Stoppelenburg, Soprano Sarah Ponder, Mezzo Soprano Brian Skoog, Tenor Andrew Garratt, Baritone What’s Interesting: Bach Saint Matthew Passion is widely regarded as one of the masterpieces of Baroque sacred music. Featuring a double orchestra and double choir, it presents the Gospel of Matthew chapters 26 and 27 narrating the Easter story. In addition to the two choirs, six Chicago-based soloists join the orchestra each performing the role of named characters important to the story of Easter. The choirs play the voice of crowds (such as disciples) and act as commentators on the narrative. Full of musical drama, spiritual depth, and rich lyricism, Saint Matthew Passion is a Mount Everest of musical mountaintops and was programmed to celebrate Stephen Alltop’s 30th Anniversary as Music Director of the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra. Ticket Information: For tickets, first-time visitor guides, FAQs, and further concert details, please visit bachsmp.com or call the Elmhurst Symphony office at 630-941-0202, M-F 10 AM - 3 PM. About Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra The Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra is a community-based and professional ensemble dedicated to providing world-class performances to the greater Elmhurst area. Under the baton of nationally renowned Dr. Stephen Alltop, the orchestra continues to be a vital part of the local cultural landscape. Learn more at ElmhurstSymphony.Org About the Apollo Chorus of Chicago Apollo Chorus of Chicago is Illinois’s oldest musical organization. Its over 120 auditioned members are a diverse group of singers brought together by their abiding love of music since 1872. The Chorus has performed at the Ravinia Festival, Peninsula Music Festival, Ear Taxi Festival, and with popular artists including Josh Groban and Louis the Child, among others. Learn more at ApolloChorus.Org