Philadelphia Orchestra: Bach’s Christmas Oratorio
Sat, Dec 12
|Marian Anderson Hall
Immerse yourself in Bach’s monumental Christmas Oratorio, a collection of six spectacular cantatas written for the six feasts between Christmas and the Epiphany, heard complete for the first time by The Philadelphia Orchestra.
Time and Location
Dec 12, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Marian Anderson Hall, 300 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
About the event
Bach’s Christmas Oratorio
Immerse yourself in Bach’s monumental Christmas Oratorio, a collection of six spectacular cantatas written for the six feasts between Christmas and the Epiphany, heard complete for the first time by The Philadelphia Orchestra. From triumphant fanfares to sweet lullabies to glorious choruses, Bach’s brilliance shines through every single movement. Yannick leads the Philadelphia Symphonic Choir and soloists in this timeless piece of music that resonates with the wonder of the holiday season.
Yannick Nézet-Séguin
Conductor
Carolyn Sampson
Soprano