Handel: Messiah
Thursday 8 December at 8pmSaturday 10 December at 1pm
Sunday 11 December at 1pm
Image credit: Sydney Philharmonia Choirs
The world has entered a “new normal”, so many habits you took for
granted have changed. But the tradition of Sydney Philharmonia Choirs'
biennial Messiah holds fast – a musical anchor to the concert season.
Since 1742, when it was premiered in Dublin, Handel’s Messiah has never left the repertoire. Sydney Philharmonia Choirs has been performing it for nearly a hundred years. With its stirring choruses and sublime solos, and its dramatic expression of faith, Handel’s great oratorio stands as a beacon in the concert calendar – an event to look forward to.
And after a season of singing together again, all SPC choirs will be joining forces in December for what is its finest, most definitive, performance of Messiah yet. From VOX and the Chamber Singers to Symphony Chorus and the community of singers in the annual Christmas Chorus, SPC look forward to singing its favourite Handel oratorio. The energy of Messiah.
Images Credit: Sydney Philharmonia Choirs
ARTISTS
Brett Weymark conductor
Lorina Gore soprano
Ashlyn Tymms mezzo-soprano
Nicholas Jones tenor
Morgan Pearse baritone
Symphony Chorus
Chamber Singers
VOX
Christmas Choir
Sydney Philharmonia Orchestra
PROGRAM
Deborah CHEETHAM & Matthew DOYLE Tarimi Nulay – Long time living here*
George Frideric HANDEL Messiah
* Commissioned for our 100 Minutes of New Australian Music project
A digital program book will be available to download on this page a week prior to the concert. A limited number of printed program books will be available for $5 each at the concert.
TICKETS
Premium $124 | A $101 | B $79 | C $58 | D $45
Concessions $112 | A $90| B $71 | C $52 | D $41
A booking fee of $8.50 per transaction applies
Reviews:
Handel: Messiah (Sydney Philharmonia Choirs). Conducted by Brett Weymark, "Handel's Messiah shines a fresh light after the dark months of the pandemic." 4.5 STARS! Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House. Reviewed by Steve Moffatt on 9 Dec, 2022.
SYDNEY PHILHARMONIA CHOIRS – MESSIAH @ SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE. Reviewed by Paul Nolan on 11 December, 2022. Sydney Arts Guide. "Weymark has thrown down an oratorio gauntlet to ensure our entertainment. His dynamic interpretation and harnessing of the 600 plus choir, the orchestra emitting a crisp accompaniment and soloists pitted against all forces from their challenging spot mid stage were breathtaking elements in this version."
Related Articles:
- Handel Oratorio Messiah
- Sydney Philharmonia Choirs - Handel's Messiah 2019
- Sydney Philharmonia Choirs Handel's Messiah 2017
Resources:
- Handel Messiah - Sydney Opera House 2022. Accesed November 22, 2022.
- Sydney Philharmonia Choirs - Handel: Messiah. (Available at the time of posting) Accessed November 22, 2022.
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COVID-19 SAFETY AT OUR CONCERTS
- All SPC singers, musicians and staff are double vaccinated.
- Audiences at the Sydney Opera House are strongly encouraged to wear masks while inside the foyers and Concert Hall, including during the performance. If this changes, we will inform patrons as soon as possible.
- The Sydney Opera House has a well-maintained and effective air-conditioning system to maximise ventilation with fresh air.
- The Sydney Opera House regularly cleans high-traffic and high-touch areas with hospital-grade disinfectant.
- Hand sanitiser stations with aloe vera gel are available in paths of travel, frequently accessed areas and near bathroom facilities.
- Sydney Opera House staff have COVID-19 safety training.
- A digital program book will be available to download on this page a week prior to the concert. A limited number of printed program books will be available for $5 each at the concert.
