Handel's Messiah
Rage. Jubilation. A rollercoaster of emotion.
Who’s on stage
Choral specialist Sofi Jeannin returns to conduct our very own Royal Northern Sinfonia and Chorus, plus a superb line-up of vocalists.
What they’re playing
Handel’s ever-green hit, Messiah, which has been delighting audiences for almost 300 years.
Need to know
Discounts: save if you’re under 17, aged 18 – 30, a classical first timer, or a group of 10 or more people. Check the details.
Running time: 2 hours 30 minutes, including a 20 minute interval.
Age: under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.
What you'll hear
George Frideric Handel Messiah
Who's playing it
Sofi Jeannin conductor
Hilary Cronin soprano
Helen Charlston mezzo-soprano
Benjamin Hulett tenor
Luthando Qave baritone
Tim Burke chorus director
Chorus of Royal Northern Sinfonia
Royal Northern Sinfonia
What's happening in the music?
This music really does have it all: anger and elation, sorrow and rage and, of course, joy and celebration. Handel was a total master of putting human emotion into music and conveying that emotion in an amazingly direct and powerful way. When soloists, choir and orchestra combine in his music it’s an experience like no other.
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Like to know where that composer grew up? How that soloist got their start? Our free programme notes tell you more about the musicians and the music you’re about to revel in.
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