One of the peaks of the choral repertoire, St. Matthew Passion remains one of Bach"s most recorded (and popular) works. This recording is special, not only for its simplicity and reverential glow, but also because the international cast of soloists (German, Dutch, English), all at the peak of their careers, seem so inspired and so well-matched. This selection of highlights offers some of the Mass" greatest moments, from the opening and closing choruses to the wonderful Erbarme dich.