If there is a preeminent authority on Handel’s Messiah, it may well be Bernard Labadie, who has conducted this repertoire monument over a hundred times. Labadie’s expertise and the united forces of The Cleveland Orchestra and Chorus make for an unforgettable rendition of this beloved oratorio. From poignant arias to blazing choruses — including the indomitable “Hallelujah” chorus — Messiah is a perennial holiday favorite for its thrilling drama and operatic breadth.
There will be a concert preview presentation one hour prior to the performance in Mandel Concert Hall with David Rothenberg, Professor of Music, Case Western Reserve University.
The quartet of guest soloists are generously sponsored by the Iris and Tom Harvie Fund for Strengthening Community
Support for The Cleveland Orchestra Chorus is provided by:
Wesley Family Foundation
Robin Hitchcock Hatch
The Shari Bierman Singer Family
Charles M. Hoppel and Marianne Karwowski Hoppel