Handel Messiah, Academy of Ancient Music AAM & Choir of The Queen's College, Oxford

[@Queenschoiroxford]

*PART THE FIRST:* *Scene 1: Isaiah’s prophecy of salvation* <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="40">00:40</a> 1. Symphony <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="228">03:48</a> 2. Comfort ye my people (Accompagnato - Tenor) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="408">06:48</a> 3. Every valley shall be exalted (Aria - Tenor) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="630">10:30</a> 4. And the glory of the Lord (Chorus) *Scene 2: The coming judgement* <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="805">13:25</a> 5. Thus saith the Lord, the Lord of hosts (Accompagnato - Bass) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="918">15:18</a> 6. But who may abide the day of His coming (Aria - Alto) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1188">19:48</a> 7. And He shall purify (Chorus) *Scene 3: The prophecy of Christ’s birth* <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1356">22:36</a> 8. Behold, a virgin shall conceive (Recitative - Alto) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1380">23:00</a> 9. O thou that tellest good tidings to Zion (Aria - Alto and Chorus) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1726">28:46</a> 10. For behold, darkness shall cover the earth (Accompagnato - Bass) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1860">31:00</a> 11. The people that walked in darkness (Aria - Bass) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="2091">34:51</a> 12. For unto us a child is born (Chorus) *Scene 4: The annunciation to the shepherds* <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="2355">39:15</a> 13. Pifa <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="2412">40:12</a> 14a. There were shepherds abiding in the field (Recitative - Soprano) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="2425">40:25</a> 14b. And Lo, the angel of the lord came up on them (Accompagnato - Soprano) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="2444">40:44</a> 15. And the angel said unto them (Recitative - Soprano) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="2475">41:15</a> 16. And suddenly there was with the angel (Recitative - Soprano) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="2493">41:33</a> 17. Glory to God (Chorus) *Scene 5: Christ’s healing and redemption* <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="2624">43:44</a> 18. Rejoice greatly (Aria - Soprano) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="2904">48:24</a> 19. Then shall the eyes of the blind be opened (Recitative - Alto) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="2938">48:58</a> 20. He shall feed His Flock like a shepherd (Duet - Alto, Soprano) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="3255">54:15</a> 21. His yoke is easy (Chorus) *PART THE SECOND:* *Scene 1: Christ’s Passion* <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="3440">57:20</a> 22. Behold the lamb of God (Chorus) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="3588">59:48</a> 23. He was despised (Aria - Alto) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="69">1:09</a>:21 24. Surely he hath borne our griefs and carried our sorrows (Chorus) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="71">1:11</a>:07 25. And with his stripes we are healed (Chorus) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="73">1:13</a>:10 26. All we like sheep have gone astray (Chorus) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="77">1:17</a>:24 27. All they that see him laugh him to scorn (Recitative - Tenor) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="78">1:18</a>:08 28. He trusted in god that he would deliver him (Chorus) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="80">1:20</a>:50 29. Thy rebuke hath broken his heart (Accompagnato - Tenor) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="82">1:22</a>:26 30. Behold and see if there be any sorrow (Aria - Tenor) *Scene 2: Christ’s Death and Resurrection* <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="83">1:23</a>:50 31. He was cut off (Accompagnato - Soprano) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="84">1:24</a>:10 32. But thou didst not leave his soul hell (Aria - Soprano) *Scene 3: Christ’s Ascension* <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="86">1:26</a>:35 33. Lift up your heads, O ye gates (Chorus) … *Scene 5: The beginnings of Gospel preaching* <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="90">1:30</a>:04 38. How beautiful are the feet (Aria - Soprano) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="92">1:32</a>:27 39. Their sound is gone out (Chorus) *Scene 6: The world’s rejection of the Gospel* <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="94">1:34</a>:13 40. Why do the nations so furiously rage together (Aria - Bass) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="97">1:37</a>:12 41. Let us break their bonds asunder (Chorus) *Scene 7: God’s ultimate victory* <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="99">1:39</a>:11 42. He that dwelleth in heaven (Recitative - Tenor) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="99">1:39</a>:23 43. Thou shalt break them with a rod of iron (Aria - Tenor) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="101">1:41</a>:46 44. Hallelujah (Chorus) *PART THE THIRD:* *Scene 1: The promise of eternal life* <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="106">1:46</a>:20 45. I know that my Redeemer liveth (Aria - Soprano) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="112">1:52</a>:02 46. Since by man came death (Chorus) *Scene 2: The Day of Judgment* <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="114">1:54</a>:12 47. Behold, I tell you a mystery (Accompagnato - Bass) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="114">1:54</a>:50 48. The trumpet shall sound (Aria - Bass) *Scene 3: The final conquest of sin* … <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="124">2:04</a>:07 52. If God be for us, who can be against us? (Aria - Soprano) *Scene 4: The acclamation of the Messiah* <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="129">2:09</a>:05 53. Worthy is the Lamb (Chorus) <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="132">2:12</a>:39 54. Amen (Chorus)

[@kamero43]

What a wonderful way to begin the New Year 2022! Marvelous... gives me goose bumps... not to mention faith in humanity. Thank you so much.

[@twood1uis]

Maiora Canamus!

[@kaschannelr-li]

Always awe inspiring!

[@claudiapalma3507]

Thank to muy God. Blessings. From Santiago de Chile.

[@igorisraelmauriciovaldeben9068]

Muy bien ejecutada la obra tanto por los músicos de orquesta y el coro,maravilloso.

[@mudgebauer]

I think the public television stations like the BBC should televise these marvelous concerts live when ever there is a performance. The people who put these concerts together deserve recognition and more exposure to the general public.

[@soniamosquera1820]

Una Maravilla !

[@aspasiagravanis1724]

Yes they deserve recognition and more now than ever we need more of this beautiful music is for our soul!!!!!!!!!❤️❤️❤️👏👏👏💡💡💡😘Thank you for sharing.

[@Coupal1]

I hate to be the one to say it, but the BBC is too woke to televise this sort of concert, for reasons I will not mention, but you can all guess.

[@seamusbyrne5350]

@@Coupal1 , they have “Songs Of Praise” on every Sunday so they are not too “Woke” to broadcast that and they have other Christian music programs on around Christmas.

[@scharliem]

No sacred music found on the tv on Christmas Day…..only KZbin……what a strange world. They try to eliminate all that is good in our century old culture and leave the shallow things. No wonder the people get dumber and dumber….Mozarts own version of the Messaiah was shown on tv, a production with weird looking dancers, it looked as if the producers made fun of the music….so sad to watch……

[@stacysatterfield2154]

I love listening to Handel's Messiah like 5 times a day...tears fill my eyes. I love.hearing Oxford, Cambridge choirs All for the glory of our LORD JESUS CHRIST

[@dc8955]

This is one of the best performances of Messiah I have ever heard. G.F. Handel would be proud.

[@johncowan4390]

How Handel intended it, almost certainly

[@mpope1466]

God is glorified!!!

[@noelmellen3158]

@@mpope1466 😊😊

[@andrep8287]

@ D C....there is no denying that you are correct, i.e. the performance is outstanding. Although, I wish one could say the same about the video-recording....most of the time completely out-of-focus. Listening to the performance, with the video minimized, is the only way to enjoy it

[@goscott444]

Must check this! 600member choir! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIOTlHiFidWMic0

[@alanberry1318]

Absolutely fantastic. Over two hours of heavenly bliss. Sadly, I am not financially able to attend concerts, but is the next best thing. I am eternally grateful for making such productions available to poorer people.

[@mpope1466]

I can afford to go but I am so blessed to be able to bring this in my own domain. It's not where you experience it's receiving the Word of God in the psalmist's minstrels who have given gifts to bless others!!!

[@cellogirl11rw55]

Many youth and community orchestras host sing-alongs this time of year as a form of community outreach. You might see if one of your local orchestras does something like that.

[@lindanorris2455]

PAY YOUR FINANCES NO MIND AND JUST ENJOY!

[@sonjakirby5218]

Im of the same opinion Merry Christmas

[@goscott444]

Turn up your sub woofer!😁

[@mariaashot5648]

Thank you for this sublime performance that I am sharing on 5 December 2023. The soloists were perfection personified. The entire orchestra and choir - and the audience - were thrilling (and discernibly thrilled). May the Messiah Himself reward each and every one of you - believer as well as unbeliever - for your devotion and your love of Music! Have a blessed, safe, healthy and immensely satisfying Christmastide and a peaceful, prosperous, Happy New Year! One and all!

[@BlestinTexas24]

No does it like the Brits. From the US.

[@cathrynsantovin4328]

How wonderful to hear the beautiful tribute to our Savior,Jesus Christ in Handel's inspired music. If only we would worship and praise Him all year and not just at Christmas. Christ is our Savior, our guide, our example our Friend and Advocate to our Father in Heaven. He is the greatest source of Love and Peace. I'm so grateful to Him forever

[@vahrheit9996]

Amen, May Our Lord and God Jesus Christ Bless us all. In The Name of The Father, The Son and The Holy Spirit The Only One True God as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be world without end Amen 👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️💕💕💕💕

[@janetwaring2195]

I can well imagine Handel's Messiah is played in the throne room of Heaven. Not long to go before the Bride of Christ is taken home suddenly and to the safety of Heaven, to forever be with THE King, the Lord Jesus Christ. The judgment of God is at the door! Please, please, do not be left behind. Even at this late stage, Jesus is still saving souls of those who will come to Him in repentance of sin.

[@cherylcampbell7097]

He invites us to come and remember His Sabbath...the 7th day of each week, which is Saturday. He also invites us to worship him everyday.

[@cherylcampbell7097]

For the 7th day is the Sabbath Day. Exodus 20. And Jesus was our example. He went into the Synagogue on the Sabbath day as his custom was. Let us follow Jesus' example....not man's false day, the 1st or Sunday.

[@vahrheit9996]

@@cherylcampbell7097 Stop writing foolishness. We celebrate the Lord's Day on Sunday as Our Lord and God Jesus Christ Rose again Bodily from the dead by the Power of His Divinity on Sunday. So now our Sabbath isn't that of the old covenant but of the New Covenant of the accomplished salvation by Our Lord and God Jesus Christ. Go learn before coming to write laughable foolishness that only betrays your ignorance and stupidity. What a shame.

[@Oswald_Anthony]

The Best Music will never die ..

[@gregpope4724]

This is outstanding. The young voices of the choir are superb, the soloists expressive. The ensemble is not too large and the pace is lively, it's perfect.

[@DiscipleEssi1996]

I spent my Christmas Day listening to this. I was so bless. Unto us a child is born, unto us a Son is given.

[@llewgrimes9580]

I am 88 and have heard the Messiah many times, but this performance was the best, thank you Llewellyn Grimes

[@israelcalderon1]

Way too fast.

[@caraberton4537]

I can't imagine another man I would lovelorn than Josepha

[@caraberton4537]

Oh Jesus, please honor my prayer and choose Josepha to worship you, I make supplication.

[@selected1936]

Who may abide the day of His coming ... singer must be a man ... ?

[@juerbert1]

Too many critical voices in the comments, especially in the end !!😈

[@kristinholsapple2587]

Tears streaming down my face listening. Reminds me of my father who sang in our church and a choral society with my uncle . My dad passed last year , so happy my parents exposed me to this . I cant go a Christmas without the Messiah... Merry Christmas

[@dooglitas]

❤🙏

[@edwardwalsh5477]

Jesus paid a high price for every one of us and God even prophesied of His great sacrifice and gift as celebrated here.

[@kristinholsapple2587]

@@dooglitas Thank you 😌 ❤️ Happy New Year!

[@dooglitas]

@@kristinholsapple2587 Blessings!

[@RossSouza-h3m]

rejoice oh daughter of Jerusalem. oh Daughter of Zion.

[@cyrusfreeman9972]

What a wonderful performance! I need to listen to The Messiah from start to finish every Christmas, and this is one performance I might revisit. Merry Christmas 2023, everyone!

[@susiehawkins3222]

The beauty! Inspired music in praise to Most High God. Moved to tears.

[@robnewman3345]

Brilliant rendition of this masterpiece - I'm convinced Handel was inspired to select the most appropriate words from the Holy scriptures and then set them to music of timeless power and beauty. Thank you AAM & Queens College for your most moving performance - I particularly liked the smiling female singers who clearly were letting the meaning of the words show on their faces.

[@christianpatriot7439]

Handel didn't choose the words. Charles Jennens, a friend of Handel, chose the words from the King James Bible.

[@robnewman3345]

@@christianpatriot7439 thanks for the clarification.

[@sundaybamidele304]

@@christianpatriot7439 Absolutely correct...

[@Alaina420ful]

I'm not getting it. It escapes me. What are these words actually appropriate for exactly please. Be kind. You don't know me. I haven't a musical cell in my brain or body. Sounds often shut me down to where I pass out. But I am trying. And, no I don't respond to to mosh pit, acid rock, punk rock, almost any music after 1990. They started doing something then that just messes with my brain.

[@TONY19021965]

@@Alaina420ful Not to be cruel, but perhaps you suffer from epilepsy, or some other neurological problem. At the very least, I would earnestly encourage you to get a solid medical evaluation. The resolution could be as simple as corrective exercises, or you may require more complex treatment and/or therapy. But it is better to be informed, rather than to guess. I suffered through my childhood with ADHD, and wound up a guinea pig for all sorts of medications to include Ritalin, while it was in its early stages of distribution. But with the help of God, and some wise therapists, I was able to overcome most of my disability, and went on to college, military service, and a basically very good family life. This includes a wonderful wife of over 35 years, 3 awesome grown children, & 5 unbelievably cute grandchildren ➕️ #6 on the way. PRAISE GOD! I'll leave you with this thought, and then I'll get off my soap box 🙃🙂. "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me." Philippians 4:13 You do not have to go through this alone! "The LORD is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him." Nahum 1:7 May The Lord bless & help you.

[@noramckay3342]

Wow. Just Wow. When I want to hear the Messiah, I always look for the video with the biggest choir. It just goes to show what can be done with a small group of people with beautiful singing voices. This is an outstanding performance. My go to Messiah from this day forward. For anyone who is looking--don't pass up this one. Merry Christmas 2023 everyone.

[@lynchapman1238]

I was meant to hear this, as it just began playing when I hadn't tapped it in. Miraculous, in more ways than one and a much needed reminder. Beautiful.

[@hsbrockman]

What a combination! The inimitable AAM under Owen Rees, together with so many talented young choristers and soloists. Exquisite diction by all which never got in the way of the beauty of the words and music. The choir was top notch. Ashley Riches is an imposing, lyrical power house of a bass; Ted Black has a beautiful but commanding tenor voice allayed with stirring emotion; Esther Brazil has an amazingly full mezzo range, rich and melodic throughout while delivered with cut glass clarity; Rowan Pierce elicited feelings of exaltation with such conviction and beauty. They were all such a pleasure to listen to.

[@t.j.m3987]

Wonderful and it brought tears to my eyes thinking of what the Lord did for us❣️

[@vassilopoula]

Amen. Merry Christmas

[@jamessutton9323]

You mean what Handel did for us!

[@goscott444]

*_ALL, HONOR, PRAISE, PEACE, POWER, HOLY MIGHT, LOVE, BLESSING, GRACE AND GLORY TO OUR MOST PERFECT HOLY HIGH GOD JEHOVAH AND HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON YESHUA HA-MASHIACH, JN_**_3:16_**_-19 AMEN!_*

[@jamesmclean5790]

"Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world." John 1:29 - These are the words of John the Baptist, when he saw Jesus Christ approaching him. Consider the grace and authority that resided in one man whose sacrifice could erase the guiltiness of all that resided in the world. This could only be done through faith in him and acceptance of his identity and obedience to his call in one's life. As he was selfless in his giving to all mankind, so should we be selfless in our giving to him and to one another.

[@margaretharypkema9290]

@@jamessutton9323 You evidently don't understand what the person who said that, means! 😢

[@shin-i-chikozima]

This will quench the dryness of Your soul

[@MGood-q1o]

Beautifully put!

[@ronaldduquette4312]

My favorite single section or piece is the great bass recitative and aria - "Behold, I tell a mystery" and "The trumpet shall sound." I was brought to tears with the bass's performance - by the end, he was no longer singing words and notes, but delivering the prophet's message to us all - it went far beyond notes and words on the page. Bravissimo!

[@marisamartin3664]

Lovely! Now I will pay special attention to that piece

[@davedickinson9260]

That is one of the loveliest posts I have ever read. Thank you and Happy Christmas. Rev Dev

[@ronaldduquette4312]

@@davedickinson9260 And thank you for that - and may you have a most blessed Christmas!

[@cherylcampbell7097]

This concert has Biblical truths. Praise God. Hallelujah. Amen.

[@CorneliaLaurina]

yes these are all bible verses 😊

[@shin-i-chikozima]

The comfort of Handel Messiah is incomparably wonderful

[@donnawilcock998]

I am ill at the moment Listening to this has brought me to tears as I worship the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. Glorious...

[@jamesproudlove1527]

Thank you & God bless you for reminding me of my worship of Our Saviour.

[@paulgodwin6161]

Praying for you

[@gbrooksmd]

This is the greatest symphonic piece ever written.

[@forrestkim3718]

Gorgeous !!! Beautiful sound like mother's bedside story pure and soft.!..!...!.......

[@francisfowke1227]

one of the best Messiahs I've ever heard

[@theplowandfluteproject5269]

The alto 👌 can actually understand the words she is singing also. Beautiful tone.

[@deadcuddles]

I sometimes wonder if the singer knows Jesus. She sings as if she knows him. I love the voices of the other soloist, but wonder if they know Him.

[@mjefielder]

It’s funny you should say that because she is in fact a priest.

[@emanuelemicaglio5861]

I am sure that everyone who listens to this, can appreciate what a genius looks like

[@sarahjanewebb459]

Stunning performance. It's been my family's tradition to play Handel's Messiah at Christmas gatherings since I can remember. So moving. Thank you.

[@eneto7785]

Those young voices sounds heavenly. Thanks God those youngs offer themselves to learn and keep this amazing work living.

[@ellencooney5563]

Amen!

[@jeromejasso5019]

One of the best performances of this work that I have heard!

[@judithfairchild8620]

Having sung the Messiah as a teen, I thourghly enjoyed this present 🎁from the Queen's college plus the excellent orchestra. Lots of hard work to get such perfection. So glad I found it early Christmas morning.

[@stevehuggett2098]

I'm a Cambridge alumnus but must acknowledge the superb rendition of this Masterwork by Handel; well done all of Queens College, Oxford, who performed, and so very beautifully.

[@janicemillican9754]

Thank you Lord Jesus Christ for coming to us. Glory to God in the highest.

[@jbaba3334]

Whatever language you may use, that's a universal masterpiece, bravo

[@mrmathmonkey]

I am so impressed with the alto soloist in the red dress.

[@dianamatthews5965]

Same here

[@scharliem]

Does anybody know her name?

[@tehblogger]

@@scharliem Mthr Esther Brazil, the curate of St Mary Magdalene's church in Oxford.

[@donnawilcock998]

Glory to God for the gift He has given this young woman!

[@ncsl1993]

I've always enjoyed the Messiah but this performance is sublime. What it must feel like to be able sing so beautifully. Excellent orchestra, choir, and soloists! Thank you for posting this performance for all to enjoy.

[@sergiovicente7618]

There's not enought words to describe how this presentation is. Simply DIVINE. Very very grateful to watch and hear it. Thank you all.

[@JFlower7]

Love that humanity can sing "Hallelujah" in the midst of masks, shutdowns and sorrow for many. The audience response is priceless.

[@katedevilliers1233]

Brilliant performance, can listen to it over and over again!

[@joannmaccready1835]

This is the best performance of the Messiah I have ever heard. The exceptional work of the choir and soloists just cannot be measured. EVERY WORD IS DICTION PERFECT. There was absolutely no words lost. One could absolutely transcribe this word for word from this performance. The orchestra was also fantastic. I wish this was on a recording.

[@lease2coach1]

I like how the strings are watching the concertmaster and not the conductor.

[@marye7798]

Simply superb. A glimpse of Heaven. These young people did an admirable job.

[@barbaranorthwood]

An object lesson in diction and precision. Thank you very much.

[@rainbow4989]

すばらしい！この演奏は、「メサイア」の演奏の中でも最も洗練された、美しい演奏の1つです。天国の扉が見えてきます。

[@diannaboyd7876]

If there is anything of civilization that needs to be preserved through the ages, it is this. What a testament to all that is best and highest in creation! Thank you for a transcendent experience.

[@mangott]

Breathtaking! This work is such a jewel, but when you have a performance like this, the result is overwhelming. The chorus and orchestra were transparent and articulate with a wonderful Baroque bounce in their interpretation... and the soloists outstanding.

[@CogginsChurch]

Beautiful! Glory to God for His unspeakable gift of Jesus Christ!

[@RossSouza-h3m]

How beautiful! everyone in the choir so young with amazing voices.

[@UrsulaPainter]

Thank you! Absolutely stunning performance! Probably the best interpretation of Handel's Messiah that I've ever heard!

[@MrToryhere]

I’ve never heard anyone get the ending of All we Like Sheep so crisp and so moving. “The iniquity of us all” is so hard to sing, yet these singers made it sound so natural and effortless.

[@sherryt9152]

Thank you to all the musicians and instrumentalists, the Academy of Ancient Music AAM and Choir of the Queen's College, Oxford and to your conductor and benefactors. What a wonderful concert! The music went at a good pace, and the soloists were expressive and made their singing seem effortless. I have sung the alto and soprano solos and I know how much work goes into preparing them. It takes a true professional to make it such a pleasure to hear! I love this piece so much, as do so many. Merry Christmas to everyone. May there be peace on earth, goodwill to men.

[@mistymisschristie]

Ashley Riches performance was absolutely sublime. Most bass/baritone renditions are good but his was the best I have yet heard!

[@lucariggio2827]

It is true! he gives himself completely to the music, at the service of the sound and of the notes, unaware of himself, with a deep emotion in his eyes... I fell in love! 😁

[@301250]

When Beethoven lauded Handel’s genius by stating “Go to him to learn how to achieve great effects, by such simple means”, I wonder whether he (Beethoven) could envisage the time when great ensembles like this one here, did just that! I just adore this very English performance, and what a basso!

[@TheGloryofMusic]

Yes, and Beethoven also anticipated the smart phone and instant ramen.

[@jenniferdonkin2664]

​@@TheGloryofMusic❤❤

[@sebastiaoleite639]

THE GREATEST MUSICAL COMPOSITION OF ALL TIMES !!!

[@davidzoschke6127]

Wow that tenor on "Comfort Ye"! Great artistry, wonderful diction, beautiful tone, superior performance!

[@arturoklaue1908]

This is indeed one of the most gratest classic music ever composed. When l heard this marvelous music, l feel heaven very close to me. Haendel is brillance and l'm sure god put his hands on him when he composed this wonderful masterpiece

[@MGood-q1o]

Yes, the greatest, most 'soul quenching' work of music ever. Anyone who has performed in this work will testify to feeling uncannily uplifted for some time afterwards

[@willchristie2650]

My parents would always play the entire Messiah on records each Christmas season. I now have it imprinted as a childhood memory although most other details of childhood have evaporated from conscious memory. Such richness! This alone made me an 18th century artistic enthusiast and historian.

[@tomsaltsman]

I absolutely LOVE the incredibly rich voice of the bass/baritone Ashley Riches! I've never heard the Messiah's baritone solos done better.

[@mudgebauer]

Yes, this man has a great and powerful voice and such a big mouth to project is so beautifully. I thought Ashley is a girls name¿ Excellent performance.

[@denekaraus8592]

Sadly I disagree. His voice has "edges" on it, a sharpness which is unnecessary, and as a result a comparative lack of depth. The performance itself is masterful, and the "youth" of the sound of young people is totally refreshing.

[@SingItRightwithSharon]

My favourite is the bass soloist :)

[@goscott444]

@@denekaraus8592 Interesting! 😁

[@goscott444]

@@denekaraus8592 Besides the trumpet fail in the Hallelujah! I played in a college orchestra as Second Chair Clarinet. This about the type of performance I would expect from a youth choir. Nice, but? 😁

[@suebrown3194]

Thank you for making this available to a worldwide audience. Possibly my favorite rendition of this inspired work.

[@hezbonogecha5246]

Glory be to God in the highest.

[@williamj3359]

Randomly found this on a search & I'm glad I did. Beautifully done!

[@shin-i-chikozima]

Handel is a great Alchemist of the Baroque music The depths of Handel’s diversity is immeasurable

[@stephenvanas4580]

I particularly enjoyed the enthusiastic and lively performance of the choir.

[@최성욱-x2g]

TO GOD ALONE BE ALL THE GLORY. Handel Proved that Jesus is The Messiah. Hallelujah. What worthwhile wonderful works was.

[@stampede251]

Incredible performance of "I Know That My Redeemer liveth"! Rowan Pierce's soprano solo was heavenly! Thank you!!!!

[@beaulonnewsallier5727]

If God didn't exist we would have to invent Him so that wonderful music could exist.

[@marilynbridges8697]

As if we could invent God! Music is His voice.

[@flavianepomuceno7465]

This is sublime, Choir of The Queen's College! As someone else said, it is refreshing to see so many young and talented faces. Thank you for posting it! This will be my official soundtrack until Christmas.

[@danielclooney6248]

Glory to God in the Highest! This was magnificent. Goosebumps.

[@andrewrichards576]

Rowan Pierce has such perfect diction as well as being a great singer. There is just no ambiguity over any vowel or consonant so that you can understand perfectly every word she sings.

[@stephenckoshy5354]

One of the best interpretations that I have listened to. Thank you all the musicans on stage. You were all wonderful1.

[@bohahnfeld9212]

So beautiful, brings me tears of joy! Merry Christmas everyone! King of Kings.

[@craigjohnson7152]

Listening to the beauty of young voices collaborating with the mature soloists' voices inspires all of us.

[@ulrikehunt9188]

It was such a privilege to be there. The best performance of The Messiah I have ever heard. Thank you for a beautiful start to Christmas this year.

[@jackhana7374]

Ulrike, you were truly blest to attend this superb performance!

[@gwenstalman2507]

The best performance I have saw and heard on my IPad . So clear. (Sorry for my wrong English). Dank je wel!

[@gwenstalman2507]

✨🙏🏽✨😍💖

[@elainewatson905]

Beautiful and wonderfully reassuring to see so many talented young people! Thank you all!

[@llewgrimes9580]

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[@dac3uk]

I suspect that for many of them, this was their first experience of the work. This gives it a great sense of freshness and discovery both to them, and us, the listeners. Aided by superb production values.

[@Sara-h4c6e]

AMEN 🙏 All glory and praise to Our Sovereign Lord of all. Mighty king. Thank you 😊 Peace be with you. AMEN 🙏 🙏 🙏 HALLELUJAH. Thanks for another blessed year.Your humble servant. ❤❤❤❤ ❤❤❤❤ ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@patberning]

Beauty, hope and truth in glorious harmony !

[@robnewman3345]

Amen to those 7 wise words!!

[@ノリコ-q5p]

人の声に、歌に、合唱に救われました。温かい。心が解放されました。

[@musiclanguageschool9976]

This is an expensive gorgeous performance of Handel's Messiah! Simply excellent!! Great job and God bless you all.

[@MGood-q1o]

Expensive? Do you mean the ticket price, the professional's fees, or the recording? This KZbin performance is free

[@paulsimpson3524]

Fantastic performance! Really appreciated the soloists' expressiveness and command of their respective parts. Such a rich and powerful masterpiece. Soli Deo Gloria.

[@Musicbender1]

The bass soloist is extraordinary 👏🏼👏🏼❤️

[@serenitypeaceandcomfort3669]

Can you imagine what it was like for the 18th century audience when Handel first performed this? I imagine they were absolutely dumbstruck at the power and annointing of this masterpiece.

[@shermanmccormick9197]

Never gets old! Beautifully and perfectly done! Bravo!

[@michaellautermilch9185]

What a rich Christian heritage we share in

[@dianehghzn7670]

no words can describe this musicall piece of genius arrangement it mustv been given to Handle by God himself so magnificent so beautifull so indescribable He mustv been an enlightened being because its far beyond “. ordenary “ thankyou for putting this on utube for an ordenary person to be able to listen to its the first time iv heard this in its entirety and the gifted people who performed it unbelievable thankyou so so much i loved it every note of it ❤️❤️❤️🌹🌹🌹😍🌷🌸🌻🌈☔️🌈☔️🌈☔️🍀🍀🍀🌸🐚💐😍🇦🇺🙏🙏🙏🙋😘❤️

[@michaelwascom62]

Handel composed the entire work in 24 days! Now that's inspiration!

[@janewalker1984]

@@michaelwascom62 ..... Thank you for this enlightening!! We take so much for granted and often never get to facts that enhance our appreciation for the genius that developed these special gifts for all time!! ❤

[@michaelwascom62]

@@janewalker1984 There is a genuine, existential reason Handel's "Messiah" is SO unequivocally inspiring --- the work was INSPIRED! I've played, directed, sung and listened to countless sacred choral works over many years, from oratorios, to cantatas, to short octavo anthems. It's not difficult to distinguish truly divine inspiration from a "hack" piece which was dashed-off "on the fly" because the composer had a publisher's contract obligation to meet. I hope you have an INSPIRED Christmas!

[@janewalker1984]

@@michaelwascom62 .. thank you again! You make a brilliant point .. and I am so glad for having 'met' you! Always appreciating introduction to new information, I hope there are other places where our threads will cross 🎶❤️. I have appreciated the information and your educated holistic understanding. Thank you ... and Merry Christmas!

[@janewalker1984]

... I would correct that greeting to equal your wish for an INSPIRED Christmas .. it certainly has been a wonderful start ... Plan to play this offering of Messiah for my grandsons at Christmas! ☺️🎶

[@MVR326]

What a solid and thoroughly enchanting performance by one and all, you all are wonderful and have truly done Handel justice. Thank you very much for this. Merry Christmas from Brooklyn , New York !

[@kristinholsapple2587]

Westchester, NY here listening 😊 Merry Christmas

[@QuentinStephens]

Sheer bliss.

[@DataMunger]

Magnificent performance, and extra points for whoever thought it would be a good idea to stand that giant tenor next to the miniature alto on the front row. Really satisfied my sense of proportion :)

[@davidzoschke6127]

😀 Brilliant performance!

[@karynsmith4418]

Love comes in all sizes, doesn't it?😄

[@johndunscombe3028]

Well done all. A brilliant performance!!!

[@ChongMingLeong-pz8ic]

A God-honouring rendition of Handel's masterpiece depicting the Messiah's lowly birth, life, suffering, death and resurrection!

[@bsable79]

One of the finest tenor soloists I've heard...brilliant.

[@mariadamen7886]

Funny, just because of the tenor I stopped listening. Far too much vibrato. Too much added notes the composer didn't write.

[@bsable79]

@@mariadamen7886 oh, my...those cadences are beyond sublime. I'm sorry for your lack of taste! LOL! ONLY KIDDING...to each their own. I find his interpretation to be brilliant, especially after having performed this work 385,923 times. Happy Holidays to you and yours!

[@mariadamen7886]

@@bsable79 Thank you,happyand merry Chistmas toyou too. I'm sorry to say I only performed it 5 times. BTW I perfer the German way of singing.

[@mwnyc3976]

@@mariadamen7886 Handel *expected* soloists to add at least some notes he didn't write, as did most other composers of his time. It was standard to "embellish" or "ornament" (both were and are commonly used words for this) any section or even individual phrase that was repeated. There are even surviving treatises from the 18th century on how to do this. But yes, I agree, the tenor's vibrato is too big.

[@reinhartreuschel5499]

Best Messiah ever! Thank You!!!

[@sfopera]

What a great delight at any season. This is the most insightful and thoughtful performance I've heard in a long time. Wonderful shaping and dramatic musical organization throughout, all supported by terrific soloists. Just wonderful.

[@estherkapinga7082]

Beautiful performed worshipmusic for the Lord of Lords and King of Kings, our beloved Jesus Christ.

[@jingcisu]

獨唱的都是狠角色！太棒了🌟👏字正腔圓！合唱部分非常精彩好聽！交響樂都是專業演出！

[@edwarddutoit6505]

This is an awesome rendition of the Messiah - WONDERFUL❤

[@lowellbuschert8150]

I have revisited this recording several times. Each time, my enjoyment of the performances increases. The synchronization of orchestra, choral singers and soloists is extraordinary. I have listened to Handel's Messiah so many times, each musical section is programmed into my brain. Each time I listen to those sections, I experience some kind of endorphin pleasure . So I guess Handel's composition is kind of like a drug A healthy and natural one I might add.

[@Kiddsy1]

I have been fortunate enough to have sung tenor in the chorus so many times performing The Messiah over the years. This is such a beautiful, young performance.

[@lincolnramones9081]

We would go to the Handel Messiah’s performance every christmas holidays ❤

[@luannnelson2825]

I have heard Messiah many times and sung it a good many, and this is the best I’ve ever heard.