Warmly Resonant

J S Bach's B minor Mass is one of the towering masterpieces of the late baroque period. Derby Choral Union, under conductor Richard Dacey, and an excellent team of soloists, gave a generally well paced account that successfully negotiated its switches of style (Derby Cathedral, Derby, UK, 27 April 2013).

The choir was particularly secure in passages like the ending of the Gloria, which was bold and confident...