‘I did think I did see all Heaven before me,’ wrote its composer as he finished a musical reflection on faith that still brings audiences to their feet nearly three centuries after it was written. Handel’s oratorio Messiah changed the landscape of vocal music in Britain and has provided a soundtrack to the festive period for the nearly three centuries since. Join Marios Papadopoulos, a first-rate quartet of soloists and the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra and Choir for a Yuletide rendition of this rousing celebration of celestial joy and human togetherness.

Supported by Margaret and John Leighfield CBE

The following pre-concert talk will be given by Prof. Martin Kemp at 18:00 (free but must be pre-booked) at the Lecture Theatre, Oxford Martin School:

Wren’s maths in Streeter’s ceiling for the Sheldonian: Emeritus Professor Martin Kemp will explore the relationship between art and mathematics in the painting of the Sheldonian Theatre ceiling.

Handel Messiah, HWV 56

Soprano: Alexandra Lowe
Mezzo Soprano: Rebecca Leggett
Tenor: Thomas Elwin
Bass-Baritone: Henry Waddington
Oxford Philharmonic Choir
Conductor: Marios Papadopoulos

£18 – £54