St Thomas's Church, built in 1212, dominates Thomaskirchhof square, which has been restored to its former beauty. Originally established as a place of worship for Augustinian Canons it later took the form of a late gothic hall church in the 15th century.
The inner and outer shape of the church has had much construction work done to it. The baroque styled turret dates from 1702 and the magnificent main entrance was built around 1886.
Today, St Thomas's Church is used as a concert hall as well as a place of worship. Above all it is known as the home of the St Thomas's Boys choir and its renowned choir master, Johann Sebastian Bach.He worked in Leipzig from 1723 until his death in 1750 and was musical director for the church choir, City Hall and University which in effect made him musical director for the whole city. His grave is to be found in the choir in the church.
St Thomas's Boys Choir |
