Messiah, the Goossens / Beecham 1959 reorchestration for full symphony orchestra. The performance is led by maestro Jonathan Griffith, featuring an international choir made up of singers from all over the world. Festive arrival welcome entertainment includes a massed holiday ringing concert for English Handbells conducted by Kevin McChesney and an appearance by Santa Claus.
Performers:
Distinguished Concerts Orchestra and Distinguished Concerts Singers International
Jonathan Griffith, Conductor
Penelope Shumate, Soprano
John McVeigh, Tenor
Christopher Job, Baritone
Kevin McChesney, Director
Program:
HANDEL: Messiah (arr. Goossens):
A massed holiday ringing concert for English Handbells