One of the most celebrated pieces of choral music in the whole of classical music, Handel’s Messiah was composed in just 24 days in 1741. An immediate hit at its premiere, its popularity continues three centuries later.

Although conceived as an Easter work, Messiah, and its memorable tunes including Ev’ry Valley, The Trumpet Shall Sound, For Unto us a Child is Born, and the Hallelujah Chorus has become an integral part of Christmas celebrations.

For this exclusive UK performance in Turner Sims’ 50th anniversary year, a cast of distinguished soloists and The English Concert are conducted by the orchestra’s artistic director, Harry Bicket. They bring Handel’s masterpiece to life, whether you know the work well, or are experiencing it for the first time.

The English Concert
Choir of The English Concert
Harry Bicket artistic director, harpsichord
Chiara Skerath soprano
Katie Bray mezzo soprano
James Way tenor
Neal Davies bass

Presented by The English Concert in partnership with Turner Sims

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Handel for All
All Handel’s music online, on film, free, anytime, anywhere.

The English Concert is embarking on an ambitious journey to build a new legacy, by filming every single piece of Handel’s music and creating an online resource that is free and accessible to anyone, anywhere. Join the mailing list to be contacted in the future by The English Concert, and find out more about Handel for All here 

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Priority Booking opens Thursday 12 September, 2024, 10am
General Booking opens Tuesday 17 September, 2024, 10am
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Price Bands

We are introducing new standard price bands this season to widen access to the joy of live music. Price Bands A – C offer a choice of prices to suit different budgets, depending on where you sit. Price Band C will give everyone the option of accessing lower standard ticket prices than we’ve previously offered.

The Turner Sims Friends 10% discount applies to all price bands and for this event Friends prices are as follows: Band A £31.50 / Band B £28.80 / Band C £18