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Bach's St John’s Passion an impressive opener to the Valletta Baroque Festival

St John's Passion in St John's Co-Cathedral
© Owen Michael Grech
Riccardo Bianchi
© Owen Michael Grech
Matteo Magistrali
© Owen Michael Grech
Valletta International Baroque Ensemble
© Owen Michael Grech
By David Smythe, 12 January 2024
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“Bianchi took things steadily, allowing the work to breathe organically”
Reviewed at St John's Co-Cathedral, Valletta on 11 January 2024
Programme
Bach, St John Passion, BWV245
Performers
Riccardo Bianchi, Conductor
Matteo Magistrali, Tenor
Gillian Zammit, Soprano
Raisa Maria Micallef, Mezzo-soprano
Nicholas Mulroy, Tenor
Albert Buttigieg, Bass
Valletta International Baroque Ensemble
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David Smythe
David Smythe
David the farmer was drawn into music through choirs, orchestras, taking part in and directing 'serious' opera as a student. Passionate about live classical music, particularly chamber opera, unusual pieces and events and giving the next generation the tools to engage with the classical world.