Handel's Messiah

The English Chamber Choir is one of the UK’s leading and busiest vocal ensembles. Recent highlights include the Royal Albert Hall, Royal Festival Hall, London Palladium (with Rick Wakeman), Buckingham Palace, Temple Church, Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St Sophia and many concerts at St Martin-in-the-Fields and abroad.

Vache Baroque is an ensemble of musicians on a mission to connect the broadest possible range of people to the power and drama of Baroque music. From operas and multidisciplinary concerts to children’s shows and youth residencies, they create inspiring experiences for audiences and artists to enjoy together.

Since their 2020 launch, they have earned widespread critical acclaim –

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ‘Witty, risky and immersive’ Opera Now, ‘Huge fun' The Spectator, 'An exceptional evening’ The Observer, 'One of the UK’s hottest groups’ Opera Today.

Handel's Messiah was premiered just after Easter in 1742. This performance on the first Saturday after Easter is conducted by ECC's highly acclaimed Artistic Director, Rufus Frowde, with continuo support from Jonathan Darbourne (Artistic Director of Vache Baroque) and Richard Hills. They are joined by exceptional soloists – world-class, leading musicians of their generation.

Performers:
Rowan Pierce soprano
Kate Symonds-Joy mezzo soprano
Sebastian Hill tenor
John Holland-Avery baritone
English Chamber Choir
Vache Baroque
Rufus Frowde conductor