Atlanta Symphony Orchestra to Perform Bach's Mass in B minor

Renowned conductor Nathalie Stutzmann will lead the ASO Chorus in this acclaimed choral work.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 8:00pm

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The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Chorus will perform Johann Sebastian Bach's monumental Mass in B minor on March 15, 2026. Conducted by Music Director Nathalie Stutzmann, one of the leading interpreters of this work, the concert will feature a stellar lineup of vocal soloists alongside the renowned ASO Chorus.

Why it matters

Bach's Mass in B minor is considered one of the pinnacles of classical music, showcasing the composer's unparalleled mastery of choral writing. The ASO's performance of this work under Stutzmann's baton is sure to be a highlight of the Atlanta arts calendar, drawing music lovers from across the region.

The details

The Mass in B minor is an expansive, nearly two-hour-long choral work that Bach composed over the course of several decades. It features dazzling, radiant choruses as well as intimate, expressive vocal solos that showcase Bach's genius for weaving together sublime melodies and rich, complex harmonies.

  • The performance will take place on March 15, 2026 at 8:00 PM.

The players

Nathalie Stutzmann

The Music Director of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and one of the world's leading interpreters of Bach's choral works.

Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

One of the premier symphony orchestras in the United States, known for its exceptional performances of classical and contemporary music.

Atlanta Symphony Chorus

The professional chorus that performs regularly with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, acclaimed for its technical mastery and expressive range.

Johann Sebastian Bach

The renowned German composer of the Baroque era, whose Mass in B minor is considered one of the greatest choral works ever written.

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What’s next

Tickets for the March 15th performance of Bach's Mass in B minor are on sale now through the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's website and box office.

The takeaway

The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's performance of Bach's monumental Mass in B minor under the baton of acclaimed conductor Nathalie Stutzmann promises to be a transcendent musical experience that showcases the genius of one of the greatest composers in history.