Tenebrae brings its trademark passion and precision to Handel’s biblical epic Messiah joined by Kammerorchester Basel. The grandiose Messiah is undoubtedly the most frequently performed oratorio in the history of sacred music. The libretto stands in sharp contrast to other works in this genre by the composer. Rather than expose the dramatic elements, the text of The Messiah focuses mainly on the themes of prophecy and meditation. Looking beyond the ultra-famous “Hallelujah” chorus, the score illustrates the full splendour of Handel’s orchestral and choral writing in all three of its parts.

Programme

George Frideric Handel | Messiah (HWV 56)

Artist Information

Grace Davidson | soprano
Martha McLorinan | alto
Jeremy Budd | tenor
Edward Grint | bass

Kammerorchester Basel
Nigel Short
Tenebrae

Artist(s)

Nigel Short, Tenebrae