Bach and His World

Bach Collegium Japan: Cantatas with Masato Suzuki

Listen to 2MBS presenter Andrew Dziedzic in conversation with Masato Suzuki, Principal Conductor of Bach Collegium Japan (BCJ), recorded during his recent visit to Japan. Masato talks about the artistry and preparation behind BCJ’s concert performed on Sunday 19 October 2025 at Tokyo Opera City, featuring a selection of J.S. Bach cantatas.

Click HERE to listen on demand J.S Bach’s cantatas played in the program Bach and His World on Thursday 5 February at 1pm.

• Bach, J.S. – Cantata BWV 26 (1724): Ach wie flüchtig, ach wie nichtig
  
• Bach, J.S. – Cantata BWV 180 (1724): Schmücke dich, o liebe Seele, movements 1–3
  
• Bach, J.S. – Cantata BWV 121 (1724): Christum wir sollen loben schön, movements 1–2
  
• Bach, J.S. – Cantata BWV 139 (1724): Wohl dem, der sich auf seinen Gott

When: Thursday 5 February at 1pm and on demand
Presenter: Andrew Dziedzic