Messiah

Thursday, December 17, 2009 7:30pm

Music
Handel's Messiah

Summary
One of the most popular Holiday Season works, Handel’s Messiah was first performed in Dublin in 1742. Written as an oratorio, Messiah differs from an opera because it is a religious story without sets or costumes. The most famous part of the work is the Hallelujah Chorus, excerpts of which have been used in countless movies and television programs. It is tradition to stand during the playing of the Hallelujah Chorus because legend has it that when he first heard the piece, King George II was moved to stand and people followed suit behind him.

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Venue
First Baptist New Orleans

Concert Series
Special

Conductor & Featured Artists

Rebecca Miller, Resident Conductor


Sarah Jane McMahon, soprano


Phyllis Pancella, mezzo-soprano


Steven Tharp, tenor


Grant Youngblood, baritone


Symphony Chorus of New Orleans, Steven Edwards, Music Director


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