Event
St Matthew Passion 2027 – Evening Performance
Experience Bach’s St Matthew Passion as a continuous evening concert in the Pieterskerk. The Residentie Orkest, Nederlands Kamerkoor and Haags Matrozenkoor perform under Jan Willem de Vriend.
25 March 2027
Experience Bach’s St Matthew Passion as a continuous evening concert in the Pieterskerk. The Residentie Orkest, Nederlands Kamerkoor and Haags Matrozenkoor perform under Jan Willem de Vriend.
Practical information
What can you expect?
Thursday’s performance starts at 19:30 and continues with one interval until around 23:00. It suits visitors who want to experience the complete work in a single evening. Nick Pritchard sings the Evangelist, Andreas Wolf Christ, with Ilse Eerens, Barbara Kozelj, Linard Vrielink and Stephan Loges in the remaining solo roles.
Who is this concert for?
For experienced classical listeners, visitors interested in Leiden’s Easter tradition and people comfortable with a long, concentrated evening performance.
Is it worth attending?
Yes, for those wanting the St Matthew Passion as an evening ritual. Leading ensembles, established soloists and the Gothic church make it one of Leiden’s most substantial classical events. Its length and top ticket prices require a deliberate choice.
Practical tips
- Eat beforehand; the concert finishes around 23:00.
- Some second- and third-tier seats have a restricted view.
- Consider using the Wolfgang app for live musical explanations.
- This page specifically covers the Thursday evening performance.
Tickets and official information
Always check the official page before travelling for changes and current availability.