SCO 2022: Handel's Messiah

From the rousing rejoicing of its famous Hallelujah chorus to visionary serenity and brooding fury, it’s no wonder that Handel’s 'Messiah' has been an iconic work of choral music for nearly three centuries. Charting the life of Christ in some of the composer’s most compelling musical storytelling, it’s a moving spiritual experience for those of all faiths, and of no faith at all.

Expect a fresh new vision of this much-loved work, as Principal Conductor Maxim Emelyanychev directs from the harpsichord, alongside a stunning quartet of international vocal soloists. And with the SCO and SCO Chorus reuniting for the first time since 2019, this is truly an occasion for celebration.

HANDEL Messiah HWV 56

Anna Dennis: soprano

Xavier Sabata: countertenor 

Andrew Staples: tenor

Matthew Brook: bass baritone 

SCO Chorus

Gregory Batsleer: chorus director

Season Brochure

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Presented by the Scottish Chamber Orchestra