Vermont Philharmonic Presents Handel’s Messiah

Hallelujah! As Vermont enters the season of cold and dark, Handel’s beloved Messiah brings warmth, light and joy.  Conducted by Lisa Jablow, the Vermont Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus will present two uplifting performances to put everyone in the holiday spirit, on Friday December 4th, 7:30 pm at St Augustine’s Church in Montpelier, and Sunday December 6th, 2:00 pm in the Barre Opera House.  

The Vermont Philharmonic performances will present the entire first part of Messiah, with arias and choral numbers that contemplate the idea of a messiah, foretell the coming, and hail the arrival.  The concert concludes with the beloved “Hallelujah” chorus from Part II, and six numbers from Part III celebrating redemption. 

The outstanding soloists are familiar to Vermonters.  They include Erin McIntyre, soprano, Wendy Hoffman, alto, Neil Cerutti, tenor, and Erik Kroncke, bass.  Mary Jane Austin is the assistant choral director. 

Now in its 68th season, the Vermont Philharmonic has been making beautiful music since 1959. It is Vermont’s oldest community orchestra.  The Messiah performances are a Central Vermont favorite holiday tradition. Tickets ($25/adults, $20/seniors, and $5/students) are available online and at the door.  

For more information, please visit www.vermontphilharmonic.com