Bach's St. Matthew Passion - a listener's introduction

For people of all faiths, J. S. Bach's astounding choral masterpiece can be a powerful means of introspection and self-examination. In this informal lecture before a live audience, David Gordon weaves fascinating historical details, anecdotes and insights to create an inspiring and entertaining 55-minute overview of some of the inner workings Bach's 3-hour "guided meditation." This is a perfect introduction for newcomers to Bach, and a fascinating fresh look for experienced Bach listeners. -------------------------- DAVID GORDON'S BACH LECTURES David Gordon has forged a distinguished and innovative international career as concert and opera tenor, voice teacher, and lecture presenter. He has won special praise for his stylish and expressive performances J. S. Bach's music, in hundreds of concerts on four continents. Now celebrating his 20th season with the Carmel Bach Festival, David originally came to Carmel as Evangelist in the St. John Passion, and was a principal tenor soloist for nine Festival seasons. Throughout his long career as a performer of Bach's music, David Gordon has been active nationally as a master class teacher, clinician, and lecturer. In 1998 he became a member of the artistic staff as the Bach Festival's first Education Director and Vocal Coordinator. Since then, David has developed the Festival's summer Vocal Master Class program, serves as ringmaster of the Festival's 60+ free events each summer, and presents nearly all the pre-concert lectures. An audience-pleasing scholar known for his wit and charm, David presents nearly all the pre-concert lectures at the Bach Festival every summer. Audience members have learned to arrive early to get a good seat! The SRO attendance at David's lectures is a testament to his passionate and uplifting style: David combines his gift of storytelling with his lifetime of experience singing and studying Bach’s music. By popular demand, David is publishing his vivid Bach lectures on audio CD. These enlightening and entertaining talks are great for newcomers to Bach's music, and equally fascinating for experienced listeners. Each CD is about one hour long, and filled with insight, humor, and fascinating historical details and anecdotes. Visit David online at WWW.SPIRITSOUND.COM