Wer sich selbst erhöhet, der soll erniedriget werden, BWV 47

The Washington Bach Consort presents a free performance of Johann Sebastian Bach's cantata "Wer sich selbst erhöhet, der soll erniedriget werden, BWV 47" as part of its Noontime Cantata Series. The concert begins with an organ prelude, followed by the cantata. The work, whose text is based on the Gospel parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector, explores the themes of humility and exaltation. The performance features soprano Amy Nicole Broadbent and bass Edmund Milly as soloists, with organ contributions from Kevin Biggins Jr. This event is offered on two successive days at two different venues, each series labeled separately: the Capitol Cantata Series at St. Mark's Capitol Hill and the Downtown Cantata Series at the Church of the Epiphany. Admission is free and open to the public; no tickets are required and seating is general admission. Donations are gratefully accepted.

When: November 2, 2026, at St. Mark's Capitol Hill (part of the Capitol Cantata Series) and November 3, 2026, at the Church of the Epiphany (part of the Downtown Cantata Series)

Showtimes: Both performances begin at 12:10 PM.

Tickets: Free admission; no tickets necessary. Seating is general admission. Donations are appreciated.

Lineup: Amy Nicole Broadbent, soprano; Edmund Milly, bass; Kevin Biggins Jr., organ; Robert Beizer is the underwriter of the Noontime organ preludes.

Program: Organ prelude followed by Bach's Cantata BWV 47, "Wer sich selbst erhöhet, der soll erniedriget werden."

Run time: Not specified, but the Noontime Cantata Series typically lasts approximately 45 minutes to one hour.

Ages: No age restrictions mentioned; all ages are welcome.

Venue: November 2: St. Mark's Capitol Hill. November 3: Church of the Epiphany. Both locations are in Washington, DC.

Note: This concert is supported by generous gifts from the Paul M. Angell Family Foundation and the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities.