Bach Society Houston presents a special performance by the world-renowned St. Thomas Choir of Leipzig (Thomanerchor Leipzig) on Sunday, March 16, at 3 PM at Stude Concert Hall, Rice University. Founded in 1212, this historic boys’ choir continues the legacy of J.S. Bach, who served as its cantor. Visit bachsocietyhouston.org for the full season schedule.
Bach Society Houston presents the profound beauty of sacred music with two Holy Week performances at Christ the King Lutheran Church. On Palm Sunday, April 13 at 3 PM, begin your Holy Week journey with Bach’s joyful and rarely performed “Himmelskönig, sei willkommen (BWV 182),” one of his earliest sacred works composed for the occasion. …
Bach Society of Houston opens its 2025-26 season with "Oktoberfest Vespers" featuring the joyous cantata Gott der Herr ist Sonn und Schild, BWV 79. Christ the King Lutheran Church’s community Oktoberfest follows outside in the courtyard, with bratwurst, beer, and a brass band.
Internationally renowned violinist Kelly Hall-Tompkins—celebrated for her versatility as both classical and jazz soloist—joins Bach Society Houston for a special afternoon performance at Christ the King Lutheran Church. A trailblazer for social justice in the arts, Hall-Tompkins is the founder of Music Kitchen – Food for the Soul, which has brought live chamber music to …
Houston’s newest holiday tradition returns with Bach’s joyful Christmas Oratorio, BWV 248 parts 1 & 5 and the radiant Magnificat, BWV 243. Experience this festive program performed by the Bach Choir, Bach Orchestra, and soloists—an uplifting way to celebrate the season.
Join Bach Society Houston for the contemplative beauty of Candlemas Vespers, featuring Johann Sebastian Bach’s cantata Alles nur nach Gottes Willen, BWV 72, culminating in a candlelit moment at the close of the program. Free, donations welcomed (suggested $35; students $10).