Home / Music / What is Bach's St. Matthew Passion?Music linernotes album music karl-richterWhat is Bach's St. Matthew Passion?Bach’s St. Matthew Passion (BWV 244) is a sacred oratorio that dramatizes the Gospel account of Christ’s crucifixion. It’s widely considered one of the greatest masterpieces of classical sacred music. Search Amazon As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Related NotesExploreExploreExplorePrevious What is Caught Up known for in soul music history?Next What is a landmark recording of St. Matthew Passion from 1958?