Two Men Wrote ‘Messiah.’ You Know One of Them.
How a contentious friendship between political rivals led to the creation of a classic Christmas anthem of hope.
The story of Handel's "Messiah"
Since its premiere in 1742, George Frideric Handel's 3.5-hour oratorio for chorus, soloists and orchestra has become a ...
‘Every Valley’ Review: Handel’s ‘Messiah’ in the Making
The oratorio that gave the world the ‘Hallelujah‘ chorus was created in a troubled period for the once-popular composer.
The Financial Times1 个月
A deep dive into the story behind Handel’s ‘Messiah’
Charles King calls Handel’s Messiah “the greatest piece of participatory art ever created”. Certainly, it occupies a unique place in the western classical music canon. Dating from 1741 ...
Wall Street Journal13 天
‘Every Valley’ Review: Handel’s ‘Messiah’ in the Making
That “Messiah” was first performed in Dublin ... The work’s librettist, Charles Jennens, was a wealthy man and a keen collector of art, books and musical manuscripts. A lifelong bachelor ...
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Theater/Arts: Camerata Singers to perform Handel’s ‘Messiah’ this evening
Come to Handel’s Messiah for the famous “Hallelujah” chorus — but stay for the classic soprano aria “I Know That My Redeemer ...