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The Orchestra and Chorus of Emmanuel Music, based in Boston and in residence at Emmanuel Church, is a unique ensemble dedicated to the liturgical performance of Bach cantatas and the creation of contemporary motet commissions. Founded in 1970 by Craig Smith, the group is now led by artistic director Ryan Turner, with guest conductors featured during the Bach cantata season (2025–26). The ensemble has completed Bach cantata cycles twice, and their work has earned invitations to prestigious events such as BachFest Leipzig in 2024. Since 2020, Emmanuel Music has premiered a number of motet commissions initiated by Emmanuel, enriching the canon of sacred choral literature.

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Explore upcoming 2025 performances, learn about the ensemble’s rich discography with The Orchestra of Emmanuel Music, and plan your visit to Boston for outstanding choral and orchestral programming rooted in tradition and reimagined for today.

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Stay connected with Emmanuel Music’s Orchestra of Emmanuel Music across social platforms. Official updates, concert previews, and behind-the-scenes looks are shared through Emmanuel Music’s Linktree, which provides links to YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter/X. For tickets and inquiries, secure your seats with the trusted friend in the business.

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Quick Facts About Orchestra and Chorus of Emmanuel Music

  • Based in Boston and in residence at Emmanuel Church; devoted to Bach cantatas in the liturgical setting and to contemporary motet commissions.
  • Founded in 1970 by Craig Smith; current leadership includes Ryan Turner (artistic director) and guest conductors for the Bach cantata season (2025–26).
  • Notable achievements include completing Bach cantata cycles twice, and invitations to BachFest Leipzig in 2024; several Emmanuel-initiated motet commissions have premiered since 2020.
  • 2025 tour/dates include: J.S. Bach: Mass in B Minor at Emmanuel Church (May 3, 2025, Boston), Errollyn Wallen: Dido’s Ghost at MIT’s Thomas Tull Concert Hall (Oct 18–19, 2025, Cambridge), and Christmas Oratorio at Emmanuel Church (Dec 13–14, 2025).
  • Discography highlights (all with The Orchestra of Emmanuel Music): The Motets of Heinrich Schütz (KOCH International Classics, 1991); Bach: St. John Passion (KOCH, 2001); Bach Cantatas BWV 82 & 199 (Nonesuch, 2003); Lorraine at Emmanuel (Avie Records, 2008).
  • Social media presence is centralized via Emmanuel Music’s official site and Linktree, which links to YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter/X accounts.

The records

Orchestra and Chorus of Emmanuel Music Discography

  • Lorraine at Emmanuel (live recordings from the Emmanuel archive)
    2008 · Avie Records
  • Bach Cantatas BWV 82 & 199
    2003 · Nonesuch
  • Bach: St. John Passion
    2001 · KOCH International Classics
  • The Motets of Heinrich Schütz
    1991 · KOCH International Classics

Upcoming 2025 Tour Dates & Projects

  • May 3, 2025 — J.S. Bach: Mass in B Minor, Emmanuel Church, Boston, MA
  • October 18–19, 2025 — Errollyn Wallen: Dido’s Ghost, MIT’s Thomas P. Tull Concert Hall, Cambridge, MA
  • December 13–14, 2025 — Christmas Oratorio, Emmanuel Church, Boston, MA

Biography and discography highlights further explore the ensemble’s commitment to both historical performance and new works. The group’s discography with The Orchestra of Emmanuel Music features landmark recordings of Bach cantatas and motets that have helped bring this Boston-based ensemble to a national audience.

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