Handel: Messiah

Now firmly established as a Christmas tradition, Waterperry's Messiah performances have captivated sold-out audiences since 2021. Join us for an exquisite evening of uplifting music with an ensemble of distinguished soloists and period instrumentalists with Bertie Baigent at the helm, all within the magical atmosphere of The Holywell Music Room.

Handel’s Messiah is a landmark of Western classical music – emotionally rich, dramatically paced, and instantly memorable. From the solemn opening to the triumphant final chorus, the work unfolds with a sense of purpose and clarity that few composers have ever matched.

While the “Hallelujah” chorus is the piece’s most iconic moment, there’s just as much power in the quieter arias, like “He Was Despised” or “I Know That My Redeemer Liveth”. Each section reveals a different shade of emotion, shaped by Handel’s instinct for musical storytelling.

Eleanor Sanderson-Nash soprano
Nathan Merceica alto
Guy Elliott tenor
Christopher Webb bass
The Choir of St Marylebone Parish Church
Waterperry Opera Festival Baroque Orchestra
Bertie Baigent conductor

Photo credit: Pictures by Patterson