December 20 – 22, 2024 at 7:30 pm
Koerner Hall, TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning
Tafelmusik, a renowned period orchestra based in Toronto, brightens the holiday season with its cherished performances of Handel’s Messiah and the engaging “Sing-Along Messiah.” Known for their historically informed interpretations, Tafelmusik delivers a rendition of Handel’s masterwork that is both authentic and emotionally stirring. The “Messiah,” with its iconic “Hallelujah” chorus, is a cornerstone of festive celebrations, and Tafelmusik’s performance is a highlight of the season.
Hallelujah! Handel’s Messiah makes the season even brighter
Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra and Chamber Choir perform the beloved baroque masterpiece, Handel’s Messiah, on December 20 to 21, 2024 at 7:30 pm in the stunning setting of Koerner Hall, TELUS Centre. Nothing says Christmas like Tafelmusik’s Messiah! A moving, often joyous reflection on the life of Christ, Handel’s oratorio surges with emotion, drama, and poignancy.
Performed in the style and spirit of the composer’s productions, Tafelmusik’s Messiah “radiates brilliance and energy, along with an emotional depth that fully enhances the work’s expression” (AllMusic). Messiah’s core message of goodwill, hope, and humanity resounds as eloquently today as it did in 1742. Ivars Taurins directs the Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra and Chamber Choir in their trademark performances of this enduring and uplifting work in the splendid acoustics of Koerner Hall.
Performers
Directed by Ivars Taurins
Tafelmusik Chamber Choir
Tafelmusik Orchestra
Myriam Leblanc soprano
Krisztina Szabó mezzo-soprano
Jacob Perry tenor
Philippe Sly bass-baritone
Hallelujah! Sing-Along Messiah returns to Massey Hall
Mr. Handel is coming to town! As he’s done for almost four decades, George himself will be directing Sing-Along Messiah on December 22, 2024 at 2:00 pm and is sure to have some tricks up his voluminous baroque sleeves. It’s the first Sing-Along in the newly renovated Massey Hall, and you can be among the 2,000 audience members gathered to “raise the roof” in Handel’s bracing choruses. Join a glittering cast of soloists and the Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra and Chamber Choir in this joyous and unforgettable experience.
About Tafelmusik
Led by Music Director Elisa Citterio, the Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra and Chamber Choir is one of the world’s leading period ensembles and Canada’s most-toured orchestra. Tafelmusik engages Toronto audiences with an annual season of more than 80 concerts in diverse venues across the city, as well as national and international audiences through an extensive schedule of tours and critically acclaimed recordings. The Tafelmusik Chamber Choir, under the direction of Ivars Taurins, was formed in 1981 to complement the Orchestra. Tafelmusik also seeks to transport audiences to the baroque and classical periods through adventurous cross-cultural collaborations, on stage with Toronto’s Opera Atelier, and underground at its Haus Musik series. The orchestra’s musicians share their knowledge and experience through artist training initiatives such as the Tafelmusik Baroque Summer and Winter Institutes. Tafelmusik’s catalogue of award-winning recordings on the SONY, CBC Records, Analekta, and Tafelmusik Media labels has garnered nine JUNO Awards and numerous other recording prizes. Jeanne Lamon continues her association with Tafelmusik as Music Director Emerita.
