December 20th at Cirencester Parish Church
7:30 PM
Conducted by Paul Leddington-Wright
Philippa Hyde- soprano
Simon Ponsford- countertenor
Greg Tassell- tenor
Ian Caddy- bass
Handel – Messiah
Handel wrote his masterpiece in a matter of weeks, for the benefit of a foundling hospital in Dublin where it was first performed in April 1742.
As the work gained in popularity, it was generally performed around Easter, but in the 20th and 21st centuries “Messiah” is firmly set in the nation’s traditional Christmas psyche. Particularly poignant in Cirencester’s stunning Parish Church, this is an experience not to be missed.
More information at the Saint Michael’s Singers website here.
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