The Messiah
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Peterson Conservatory of Music & Arts The Messiah by G. F. Handel Saturday, December 19 7:00pm G. F. Handel’s Messiah will be performed by the Starry Night soloists, Lynden Choral Society, and chamber orchestra and conducted by Malcolm Peterson and Austin McCombs. To be performed: Parts 1 & 3 plus exerpts from Part 2 including the Hallelujah Chorus. Composed in 1741, George Frideric Handel’s Messiah is an English-language oratorio that tells the story of Jesus Christ, focusing on his birth, death, and resurrection. It’s structured in three parts, each reflecting a different stage in the Christian narrative. The libretto, compiled by Charles Jennens, uses passages from the King James Bible and the Coverdale Psalter. Profoundly meaningful, technically clever, and musically sublime, this masterpiece (in whole or in part) will leave you inspired. Tickets All sales are final at time of purchase. Water bottles, outside food & beverage, backpacks, and large bags are not permitted.
