Handel's Messiah ONLINE

Handel’s iconic Messiah is a treasured holiday tradition that H+H observed for a 166th consecutive year in 2019, presented by our peerless orchestra, chorus, and soloists. With critically acclaimed Baroque master Masaaki Suzuki on the podium, you’ll enjoy this masterpiece the way the composer intended, with dazzling vocal solos, spine-tingling instrumental fireworks, and some of the most glorious choral writing of all time. It’s Boston’s must-see Messiah.

Join us for a video presentation of our 2019 performance of Handel's Messiah. Don't miss this spectacular musical triumph.

FEATURED PERFORMERS
Masaaki Suzuki,
 conductor
Elizabeth Watts, soprano
Reginald Mobley, countertenor
Nicholas Phan, tenor
Dashon Burton, bass-baritone
H+H Orchestra and Chorus

Presented by Ann and Graham Gund

Learn more about H+H's storied connection with this masterpiece with Beyond Messiah.

Beyond Messiah


FULL PERFORMANCE VIDEOS

Handel's Messiah | Part 1 (2019)

Enjoy this video of this season's performance of Handel's Messiah.

Handel's Messiah | Parts 2 + 3 (2020)

Enjoy this video of this season's performance of Handel's Messiah.


Messiah for our Time

Messiah for our Time

In collaboration with GBH, H+H created a special televised and streaming performance of Handel’s Messiah, an uplifting and joyous experience for a holiday season unlike any other. This triumphant concert, performed during the COVID-19 pandemic, was our free gift to the community, for all to enjoy. Handel’s Messiah, one of the most beloved holiday traditions worldwide, begins with the phrase “Comfort ye my people.” In a year where people needed comfort more than ever, GBH and H+H joined forces to bring alive this beloved holiday tradition. The collaboration displays innovative technology and the resilience of our musicians, even through a global pandemic. This was H+H’s 167th consecutive year performing Handel’s masterpiece.


MESSIAH CLIPS

“Comfort Ye, My People” and “Every Valley Shall Be Exalted” from Handel’s Messiah

Featuring conductor Masaaki Suzuki and tenor Nicholas Phan

“For Unto Us a Child is Born” from Handel’s Messiah

Featuring conductor Masaaki Suzuki and the H+H Orchestra and Chorus

"Hallelujah" from Handel's Messiah (2019)

Featuring the H+H Orchestra and Chorus

"Amen" from Handel's Messiah (2019)

Featuring the H+H Orchestra and Chorus and Masaaki Suzuki, conductor