When does the concert take place?

The concert takes place on Saturday, December 5, 2026, at 7:30 PM.

Where will the Christmas Oratorio be performed?

The performance will take place in St. Stephen's Church in Mainz.

How much do the tickets cost?

Tickets are available from €29.37. Additional booking or shipping costs may apply.

Which works are on the program?

The cantatas I to III of Johann Sebastian Bach's Christmas Oratorio will be performed.

Who is participating in the performance?

The Mainz Academy Orchestra, international soloists, Cantare Mainz, and Voces Cantantes under the direction of Alexander J. Süß are participating.

Is the event covered?

Yes, the concert takes place in St. Stephen's Church and therefore in an indoor space.

Bach's Christmas Oratorio Transforms Mainz into a Radiant Sound Space Full of Advent Magic

Name: J.S. Bach Christmas Oratorio I–III
Start: 2026-12-05T19:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-12-05T22:00:00+01:00
Location: St. Stephan

Festive Bach Sound in the Mainz St. Stephen's Church

On December 5, 2026, the Mainz Singakademie invites you to a special Advent concert in St. Stephen's. Johann Sebastian Bach's Christmas Oratorio I–III combines radiant choral movements, virtuosic orchestral colors, and heartfelt arias into one of the most impressive works of Christmas church music.

A Concert Experience Between Candlelight and Sound Splendor

In the historic atmosphere of St. Stephen's, Bach's music unfolds an extraordinary live ambiance. When the choir and orchestra enter in festive interplay, precise orchestration, radiant trumpet sounds, and rhythmic energy meet the warm acoustics of the church space. The audience's mood thrives on that special blend of devotion, anticipation, and musical tension that has characterized Bach's Christmas Oratorio for generations.

Large Ensemble with Mainz Ensembles

The program includes Cantatas I to III of the Christmas Oratorio. Participants include the Mainz Academy Orchestra, international soloists, the choir cantare Mainz, and the vocal ensemble voces cantantes. Under the direction of Alexander J. Süß, a multi-layered stage performance is created, where vocal precision, orchestral dynamics, and spiritual expressiveness come together.

Alexander J. Süß and the Mainz Singakademie

Alexander J. Süß has been the artistic director since 2005 and music director since 2007 of the Mainz Singakademie. The conductor, born in Mainz, studied with Helmuth Rilling, Sylvain Cambreling, and Salvador Mas Conde, and has worked with various German orchestras. For many years, he has shaped the musical work of Cantare Mainz and Voces Cantantes.

Experience Bach's Christmas Oratorio Live

Bach's Christmas Oratorio combines narrative power with festive sound architecture. Choral pieces, recitatives, arias, and large choral numbers guide through the first three cantatas and create a musical tension arc from the jubilant opening to the heartfelt moments of the Christmas story. The concert is aimed at lovers of classical music as well as anyone wishing to start Advent with an extraordinary concert experience.

Conclusion: A Musical Highlight of the Advent Season

The Mainz Singakademie presents Bach's Christmas Oratorio with a large choir, orchestra, and soloists in the historic space of St. Stephen's. Those seeking festive choral music, baroque sound splendor, and an impressive live atmosphere will experience an evening full of musical warmth and spiritual depth here. Secure your tickets in time and experience Bach live in Mainz.