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Washington’s Premier Bach Experience

The Adoration of the Kings Jan Gossart, 1500–1515

Bach’s Christmas Oratorio offers a reverent telling of the season’s story, following the rhythm of the feast days: the Nativity (Dec 25), the angels’ announcement to the shepherds (Dec 26), the Naming (Jan 1), the Magi’s journey (Jan 3), and the Epiphany (Jan 6).

Internationally acclaimed concert organist Kola Owolabi returns to St. George’s Arlington to perform on the Martin Pasi Op. 28, the historically inspired mechanical‑action organ completed in 2021—an instrument he inaugurated with its dedication recital.

Kola Owolabi
8 choir members singing

About the
Washington Bach Consort

Founded in 1977 by the late Dr. J. Reilly Lewis, the Washington Bach Consort is a professional choral and orchestral ensemble based in Washington, DC, now led by Artistic Director Dr. Dana Marsh. The Consort is committed to ensuring that current and future audiences experience the music of Johann Sebastian Bach.