George
Frideric Handel was born on 23 February 1685 in Halle, Germany, and
died on 14 April, 1759 in London. The sacred oratorio Messiah is
without question one of the most popular works in the choral repertoire
today, with amateur and professional musicians everywhere performing this
work as a seasonal entertainment, being rewarded with the satisfaction of
taking part in one of the great communal musical events.
This
gorgeous baroque music is thus an all-time favourite with singers and
audiences, and was performed to great effect when the beautiful voices of Cantorus
combined with the accompanying skills of renowned Sydney organist Heather
Moen-Boyd. To
sing this fabulous choral music was an exhilarating experience for the
choir; and for those who joined the audience in Taree or Port Macquarie
it was a
musical experience they will surely always remember.
You are welcome to
view or download the flyer and program below for more
details.