Handel's Messiah
Attendees experience a grand Toronto holiday tradition featuring soaring choral works and the renowned Hallelujah chorus. Conductor Ivor Bolton leads the Toronto Symphony Orchestra alongside the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir and guest vocal soloists. The performance showcases soprano Louise Alder, mezzo-soprano Deepa Johnny, tenor Paul Appleby, and baritone Joshua Hopkins.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is performing in this year's Messiah?
Ivor Bolton conducts the Toronto Symphony Orchestra and the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir, whose Artistic Director is Jean-Sébastien Vallée. The soloists are soprano Louise Alder, mezzo-soprano Deepa Johnny, tenor Paul Appleby and baritone Joshua Hopkins.
Is the Hallelujah chorus part of the performance?
Yes. The "Hallelujah" chorus is a highlight, and it brings the hall to its feet.
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