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Handel's Messiah

Academy of Ancient Music

,Barbican Hall
Photo of man playing an instrument in an orchestra

Let yourself be swept into Christmas by the sparkling arias, glorious choruses, and the raw emotion of Handel’s Messiah, one of the best-loved choral works in Western music.

Hearing the opening bars of Handel’s Messiah is a sure sign that the festive season is underway, and in the hands of Richard Egarr, four stellar soloists and the choir and orchestra of AAM, you can almost smell Christmas around the corner. First performed in Dublin in 1742 and swiftly gaining in popularity, the Messiah is now one of the best-loved choral works in Western music. Join us to hear this iconic work performed on the instruments Handel intended and in its original configuration.

Tagged with: Classical music Academy of Ancient Music 2017–18 Multibuy Academy of Ancient Music 2017–18

6pm Pre-concert talk
Free to ticket-holders

Programme

  • Handel   Messiah

Performers

  • Academy of Ancient Music  
  • Choir of the AAM  
  • Richard Egarr   director & harpsichord
  • Mary Bevan   soprano
  • Reginald Mobley   countertenor
  • Thomas Hobbs   tenor
  • Christopher Purves   baritone

Barbican Hall

Location
The Barbican Hall is located within the main Barbican building. Head to Level G and follow the signs to find your seating level. 

Address
Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
​​​​​​​The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.