Messiah - Chor und Orchester der Kirche St. Andreas

In the organizer's words:

The "Messiah" is a special case in George Frideric Handel's oeuvre, as the monumental oratorio does not tell a story, but rather focuses on the Christian history of salvation. Profound, rather abstract and yet immensely popular. The triumphant "Hallelujah" chorus is even one of the most famous pieces of music ever, and people still rise from their seats in England to this day. It is hard to believe that Handel is said to have composed the "Messiah" in just under four weeks in 1741. Although he also recycled music from his earlier cantatas, the work is flawless and seems to have been cast from a single mold. The choir and orchestra of St. Andrew's Church under the direction of Martin Fratz once again take on the challenges of this stroke of genius.