Which of these epic masterworks do you prefer and why? I'm only listened to them each a few times so I haven't been able to digest which one I like better yet. I wasn't able to find any similar threads comparing these works.
Yes, I usually just listen to my favorite movements of both the Mass in B minor and St. Matthew Passion. I don't think there is anything wrong with this (of course it is also great to listen to the works all the way through I just don't think it is necessary to do so to enjoy the many beautiful individual movements in these works). I based my choice for favorite on the work that contains the most music I like, not what I think works best as 1 whole work from start to finish.I've always liked the music in the St Matthew Passion, but it's way too long for me!