The Chorus of Westerly Presents the Second Annual Messiah & Carol Sing
WESTERLY, RI ??? The Chorus of Westerly invites the community to join them for Messiah & Carol Sing, an open sing-along of the Christmas choral portions of G.F. Handel???s Messiah on Saturday, December 2nd, at 6pm in the George Kent Performance Hall. Join conductor Andrew Howell, and members of the Chorus for this unique opportunity to sing the beloved masterwork and celebrate the holiday season.
Tickets are available by calling 401.596.8663, visiting the Kent Hall Box Office at 119 High Street in Westerly, or online at chorusofwesterly.org.
G.F. Handel???s Messiah, composed in 1741 has become one of the world???s most well-known and performed musical works. The English oratorio has also become increasingly popular during the holiday season, inspiring community sing-along events, known as Messiah Sings or Messiah Sing-Ins. The Chorus is excited to mark this year as the second annual Messiah & Carol Sing, after the event debuted last year to a warm welcome from the community.????????
Music director, Andrew Howell, will guide singers through the Christmas portions and favorite movements of the Messiah masterpiece in a relaxed and informal setting. The sing is open to anyone in the community and there is no audition required to participate. Everyone is welcome to come and sing this beloved oratorio, or come and just listen as an audience member. The evening will also feature a reception with light refreshments.
The proceeds from Messiah & Carol Sing will go directly to support the Chorus of Westerly???s 59th season performances and programs including: The Symphonic Concert Series, Christmas Pops, The Collegiate Concert Series, The Kent Hall Masters Series, The Children???s Program, and the annual Summer Pops performance presented by the Chorus each June in Wilcox Park. Money raised will also augment fundraising efforts for special projects including a new phase of renovation and repair work of the historic George Kent Performance Hall.
The Messiah & Carol Sing is family-friendly event. Admission to participate or watch/listen is $20 per person. You can reserve your spot by calling 401.596.8663 or online at chorusofwesterly.org. Music scores will be available upon request.