George Frideric Handel Messiah (130 mins)
Kristian Bezuidenhout director
Rachel Redmond soprano
Alexander Chance countertenor
James Way tenor
Florian Störtz bass-baritone
Chorus of Royal Northern Sinfonia
Royal Northern Sinfonia
Sometimes you take things for granted. Handel’s Messiah might be one of them. Classical fans know it backwards. Even those only vaguely into classical music could probably hum along to the HallelujahChorus. But however well you know it, Handel is such a brilliant writer that he never lets
you take it for granted once its there, live, happening in front of you. It’s an ever-dramatic roller-coaster of emotion that takes in rage, joy and jubilation – and perfect for the festive season.
Concert lasts around 2 hour and 30 minutes including a 20 minute interval.
FREE pre concert chat about tonight’s concert at 5.00pm in the auditorium.