The Great Passion

In The Great Passion, James Runcie captivates listeners with the poignant story of young Stefan Silbermann, a 13-year-old grappling with grief after his mother's death and facing bullying at a new school in Leipzig. When the renowned composer Johann Sebastian Bach recognizes Stefan's remarkable singing voice, he brings him into his world of music, transforming the boy's life. Amidst personal tragedies and the solace of Bach's family, Stefan discovers the healing power of music and religion, set against the backdrop of Bach’s creation of the St. Matthew Passion. This deeply moving audiobook explores the intertwined themes of loss, artistry, and redemption.