Handel’s Messiah with the Irish Baroque Orchestra


National Opera House, Wexford

5 December 2024 7:30pm

St. Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin

6 December 2024 7:45pm


Programme

George Frideric Handel (Germany/England, 1685-1759)Messiah

Performers

Chamber Choir Ireland
Irish Chamber Orchestra
Peter WhelanConductor

An established highlight of the December calendar, the Irish Baroque Orchestra and Chamber Choir Ireland join forces for Handel’s seasonal masterpiece.

Handel's Messiah, with its powerful arias and majestic choruses, is a timeless celebration of faith, hope, and the human spirit. It is Handel at his most brilliant, in a well-paced blend of aria and chorus to perfectly match the arc of the Christian story. This production is led by Peter Whelan, Artistic Director of IBO, with step-out solos from the singers of Chamber Choir Ireland.

Hearing Handel’s ‘Messiah’ live is an experience that transcends time and tradition. Whether you are a lifelong admirer of classical music or experiencing the piece for the first time, this performance promises to leave you uplifted and inspired.

As one of the greatest oratorios ever written, Handel's Messiah has never waned in popular and critical appeal, and is as timeless today as it was when it premiered in Dublin in 1742.

Join us for this special performance, and start the festive season in style!