My dad would listen to Handel's Messiah every year at Christmas. ...This Christmas, I don't have him. I am listening to this because I miss him. He served as a pastor for at least the 39 years of my life and, while fighting pancreatic cancer, he was diagnosed with 6 months and lived 3 years instead. Every visit to the VA and the doctors and the MRI and the surgery and the chemo... he used any strength he had to ask everyone, "Do you know Jesus? How is your relationship with Jesus?" He reached out to nurses, orderlies, staff... even as he had to use a rollator to get around, he still had my mom take him to Market Square and he would sit and share the Word of God with whatever strength he had right until the end. God, make me as bold. May God bring you peace in this difficult time. Know He is there. He has not forsaken you. We just must be still and quiet enough to hear Him. He is there to comfort like nothing you have ever known. Sometimes we have to get rid of distractions in our lives so we can hear Him.
Perhaps the most magnificent comment I have ever read - having read thousands. I served with my 97 year old father on the Midway today encouraging visitors who cared to stop to Talk with a WWII Veteran Today that the Lord has this whole apparently crazy mess - and, yes, He has it with crazy Joy, nearly unspeakable except as in your father's case, with severe mercy and joy. Merry Christmas. Shalu Shalom, Yerushalaim. Can't wait to meet him with Him!
Thanks for sharing 👍 the story of your dad.. may his strength be a testament to all us Christians that we serve and obey to the end.. Because our end is a start of a new heavenly beginning ✨️ 😊 faith to all unto death.. thanks and praise be to Jesus....and God our father
I have listened to this performance several times but this year I needed it more than ever. Having terminal cancer in the time of Covid I sometimes wonder what will get me first, but this video makes me much more accepting of whatever God has planned for me. I am grateful to RU-vid for making wondrous musical experiences like this as close as my computer, and I plan on leaving this world fulfilled.
Ronald, when the time comes your transition will be glorious! Your spirit will be lifted by the grace of God, free as a bird may you soar throughout the Universe. Peace & blessing brother.
I've heard single pieces from this masterpiece. I stumbled upon this production and couldn't find it again. Nothing came close to such an eloquent and exquisite reinvigoration. It is the definition of a classic; universal and timeless appeal. Of the over 9M views possibly 1k might be mine.😊
Collegium 1704 Baroque Orchestra & Collegium Vocale 1704 Vàclav Luks, Conductor Hana Blazikova - soprano Delphine Galou - alto Markus Brutscher - tenor Marlan Krejcik - bass L’abbaye de la Chaise-Dieu Auvergne, France April 27, 2011 - This performance is so good that it is practically impossible to find any imperfections.
I wonder if it is because of the tuning in addition to the inherent beauty of the music. I’m a Baroque harpsichordist and we don’t often play in the modern western tuning. Maybe whatever temperament they are using is more similar to what you are used to?
Music is music. It can appeal to anyone's ears regardless of the language, words or sound. :-) Of course, if one understands the words, there's that much more depth to the music!
Listening to Handel's Messiah is like receiving a grand tour through the Holy Scriptures, Mankind's fall, hope, deliverance, redemption and thankfulness. One never tires listening to, or singing it
The best modern performance of this work. I started singing Messiah in 1965 as a senior in high school as the soprano soloist. I continued on to sing in the concert choir at ASU in the later 60's. What a JOY to sing this wonderful work. Interestingly I knew who Jesus was through this music, but did not commit my life to HIM until 1983. I sang the Messiah every year with some group as I grew into maturity either as a soloist or in the choir. I know now at 76 He had been calling me through the music because I was not hearing any other way at the time. I still have the same score from high school which I cherish with all the markings over the years. I love to sing along even though my soprano voice has lost its height and flexibility but I can hear my voice as I sing along having memorized it all. What a JOY in my life to have this in my heart. Jesus is The Reason for The Season.
”“Comfort and keep comforting my people,” says your God. “Tell Yerushalayim to take heart; proclaim to her that she has completed her time of service, that her guilt has been paid off, that she has received at the hand of Adonai double for all her sins.” A voice cries out: “Clear a road through the desert for Adonai! Level a highway in the ‘Aravah for our God! Let every valley be filled in, every mountain and hill lowered, the bumpy places made level and the crags become a plain. Then the glory of Adonai will be revealed; all humankind together will see it, for the mouth of Adonai has spoken.” A voice says, “Proclaim!” And I answer, “What should I proclaim?” “All humanity is merely grass, all its kindness like wildflowers: the grass dries up, the flower fades, when a wind from Adonai blows on it. Surely the people are grass! The grass dries up, the flower fades; but the word of our God will stand forever.” You who bring good news to Tziyon, get yourself up on a high mountain; you who bring good news to Yerushalayim, cry out at the top of your voice! Don’t be afraid to shout out loud! Say to the cities of Y’hudah, “Here is your God! Here comes Adonai Elohim with power, and his arm will rule for him. Look! His reward is with him, and his recompense is before him. He is like a shepherd feeding his flock, gathering his lambs with his arm, carrying them against his chest, gently leading the mother sheep.” Who has counted the handfuls of water in the sea, measured off the sky with a ruler, gauged how much dust there is on the earth, weighed the mountains on scales, or the hills in a balance? Who has measured the Spirit of Adonai? Who has been his counselor, instructing him?“ Yesha 'yahu (Isa) 40:1-13 CJB bible.com/bible/1275/isa.40.1-13.CJB
I enjoyed reading your beautiful story of Christ’s redemption of your life. I am so looking forward to heaven, when we can forever share of His lovingly personal work of grace in each of us. God bless you, Christ is coming soon. 🙏🏼
Part the First 0:00:06 Sinfony. Grave; Allegro moderato 0:02:58 Comfort ye (Accompagnato, Tenoro). Larghetto e piano 0:05:43 Ev`ry valley shall be exalted (Aria, Tenoro). Andante 0:08:49 And the glory of the Lord (Chorus). Allegro; Adagio 0:11:10 Thus saith the Lord (Accompagnato, Basso). Recitativo 0:12:18 But who may abide (Aria, Alto). Larghetto; Prestissimo; Adagio 0:16:03 And He shall purify (Chorus). Allegro 0:18:12 Behold, a virgin shall conceive (Recitativo, Alto). 0:18:36 O thou that tellest good tidings to Zion (Aria, Alto). Andante 0:21:51 O thou that tellest good tidings to Zion (Chorus). 0:23:31 For behold, darkness shall cover the earth (Accompagnato, Basso). Andante larghetto 0:25:39 The people that walked in darkness (Aria, Basso). Larghetto 0:29:25 For unto us a child is born (Chorus). Andante allegro 0:33:26 Pifa. Larghetto e mezzo piano 0:35:36 There where shepherds (Recitativo, Accompagnato; Soprano). Andante; Allegro 0:36:58 Glory to god in the highest (Chorus). Allegro 0:39:00 Rejoice greatly (Aria, Soprano). Allegro 0:43:00 Then shall the eyes of the blind (Recitativo, Alto). [latter version] 0:43:24 He shall feed his flock (Aria, Alto). Larghetto e piano [latter version] 0:47:26 His yoke is easy (Chorus). Allegro Part the Second 0:49:35 Behold the Lamb of God (Chorus). Largo 0:52:04 He was despised (Aria, Alto). Largo 1:00:40 Surely (Chorus). Largo e staccato 1:02:18 And with his stripes we are healed (Chorus). Alla breve, Moderato 1:03:48 All we like sheep have gone astray (Chorus). Allegro moderato; Adagio 1:07:37 All they that see Him (Accompagnato, Tenore). Larghetto 1:08:17 He trusted in God (Chorus). Allegro; Adagio 1:10:25 Thy rebuke hath broken His Heart (Accompagnato, Tenore). Largo 1:12:15 Behold, and see (Arioso, Tenore). Largo e piano 1:13:26 He was cut off (Accompagnato, Tenore). Recitativo 1:13:44 But Thou didst not leave His soul in Hell (Aria, Tenore). Andante larghetto 1:15:47 lift up your heads (Chorus). A tempo ordinario 1:19:10 Unto which of the angels (Recitativo, Tenore). 1:19:28 Let all the angels of God worship Him (Chorus). Allegro 1:20:48 Thou art gone up high (Aria, Alto). Allegro larghetto 1:23:45 The Lord gave the word (Chorus). Andante allegro 1:24:50 How beautiful are the feet of them (Aria, Soprano). Larghetto :__:_ Their sound is gone out (Chorus). A tempo ordinario [missing] 1:29:20 Why do the nations rage (Aria, Basso). Allegro 1:31:57 Let us break their bonds (Chorus). Allegro e staccato 1:33:34 He that dwelleth in heaven (Recitativo, Tenore). 1:33:46 Thou shall break them (Aria, Tenore). Andante 1:35:57 Hallelujah (Chorus). Allegro Part the Third 1:39:46 I know that my redeemer liveth (Aria, Soprano). Larghetto 1:45:10 Since by man came death (Chorus). Grave; Allegro 1:47:13 Behold, I tell you (Accompagnato, Basso). 1:47:49 The trumpet shall sound (Aria, Basso). Pomposo, ma non allegro; Adagio 1:55:30 Then shall be brought to pass (Recitativo, Alto). 1:44:45 O death, where is thy sting (Duetto; Alto, Tenore). Andante 1:57:17 But thanks be to God (Chorus). Andante; Adagio 1:59:13 If God is for us (Aria, Soprano). Larghetto; Adagio 2:03:25 Worthy is the Lamb (Chorus). Largo; Andante 2:04:43 Blessing and honour (Chorus). Larghetto; Adagio 2:06:38 Amen (Chorus). Allegro moderato; Adagio
The fascinating thing is that he also wrote it in only a couple of days (Wikipedia says 24 days). As far as I know it was over the summer when the autumnal opera season was already coming up - so he had to finish quickly. Just unfathomable.
For those interested the venue is L'Abbeye de la Chaise Dieu near Lavaudieu, France. The Abbey is a famous 14th Century church. In the concert you can see a tomb in the audience, which is a rare Papal tomb not in the Vatican, of Clement VI. Also note the mediaeval mural going round the wall near the altar showing a Danse Macarbe.
Provided by Caspar Ernst Part the First 0:00:06 Sinfony. Grave; Allegro moderato 0:02:58 Comfort ye (Accompagnato, Tenoro). Larghetto e piano 0:05:43 Ev`ry valley shall be exalted (Aria, Tenoro). Andante 0:08:49 And the glory of the Lord (Chorus). Allegro; Adagio 0:11:10 Thus saith the Lord (Accompagnato, Basso). Recitativo 0:12:18 But who may abide (Aria, Alto). Larghetto; Prestissimo; Adagio 0:16:03 And He shall purify (Chorus). Allegro 0:18:12 Behold, a virgin shall conceive (Recitativo, Alto). 0:18:36 O thou that tellest good tidings to Zion (Aria, Alto). Andante 0:21:51 O thou that tellest good tidings to Zion (Chorus). 0:23:31 For behold, darkness shall cover the earth (Accompagnato, Basso). Andante larghetto 0:25:39 The people that walked in darkness (Aria, Basso). Larghetto 0:29:25 For unto us a child is born (Chorus). Andante allegro 0:33:26 Pifa. Larghetto e mezzo piano 0:35:36 There where shepherds (Recitativo, Accompagnato; Soprano). Andante; Allegro 0:36:58 Glory to god in the highest (Chorus). Allegro 0:39:00 Rejoice greatly (Aria, Soprano). Allegro 0:43:00 Then shall the eyes of the blind (Recitativo, Alto). [latter version] 0:43:24 He shall feed his flock (Aria, Alto). Larghetto e piano [latter version] 0:47:26 His yoke is easy (Chorus). Allegro Part the Second 0:49:35 Behold the Lamb of God (Chorus). Largo 0:52:04 He was despised (Aria, Alto). Largo 1:00:40 Surely (Chorus). Largo e staccato 1:02:18 And with his stripes we are healed (Chorus). Alla breve, Moderato 1:03:48 All we like sheep have gone astray (Chorus). Allegro moderato; Adagio 1:07:37 All they that see Him (Accompagnato, Tenore). Larghetto 1:08:17 He trusted in God (Chorus). Allegro; Adagio 1:10:25 Thy rebuke hath broken His Heart (Accompagnato, Tenore). Largo 1:12:15 Behold, and see (Arioso, Tenore). Largo e piano 1:13:26 He was cut off (Accompagnato, Tenore). Recitativo 1:13:44 But Thou didst not leave His soul in Hell (Aria, Tenore). Andante larghetto 1:15:47 lift up your heads (Chorus). A tempo ordinario 1:19:10 Unto which of the angels (Recitativo, Tenore). 1:19:28 Let all the angels of God worship Him (Chorus). Allegro 1:20:48 Thou art gone up high (Aria, Alto). Allegro larghetto 1:23:45 The Lord gave the word (Chorus). Andante allegro 1:24:50 How beautiful are the feet of them (Aria, Soprano). Larghetto :__:_ Their sound is gone out (Chorus). A tempo ordinario [missing] 1:29:20 Why do the nations rage (Aria, Basso). Allegro 1:31:57 Let us break their bonds (Chorus). Allegro e staccato 1:33:34 He that dwelleth in heaven (Recitativo, Tenore). 1:33:46 Thou shall break them (Aria, Tenore). Andante 1:35:57 Hallelujah (Chorus). Allegro Part the Third 1:39:46 I know that my redeemer liveth (Aria, Soprano). Larghetto 1:45:10 Since by man came death (Chorus). Grave; Allegro 1:47:13 Behold, I tell you (Accompagnato, Basso). 1:47:12 The trumpet shall sound (Aria, Basso). Pomposo, ma non allegro; Adagio 1:55:30 Then shall be brought to pass (Recitativo, Alto). 1:44:45 O death, where is thy sting (Duetto; Alto, Tenore). Andante 1:57:17 But thanks be to God (Chorus). Andante; Adagio 1:59:13 If God is for us (Aria, Soprano). Larghetto; Adagio 2:03:25 Worthy is the Lamb (Chorus). Largo; Andante 2:04:43 Blessing and honour (Chorus). Larghetto; Adagio 2:06:38 Amen (Chorus). Allegro moderato; Adagio
Collegium 1704 Baroque Orchestra & Collegium Vocale 1704 Vàclav Luks, Conductor Hana Blazikova - soprano Delphine Galou - alto Markus Brutscher - tenor Marlan Krejcik - bass L’abbaye de la Chaise-Dieu Auvergne, France April 27, 2011
I had my door opened while the6 tenor was singing and a small sparrow came near my door and sang his little heart out. I was so happy and blessed it never happened to me before!😄👌😇
Oh how sweeeet. Happened to me on a balcony in Spain my friend was singing a praise and one little bird popped down in flight and sang a few notes then left.
Christine Wright, I so agree! Just finished watching the entire performance...I hope I'll be able to sing like that for Him some day. What a testimony to hard work and perseverance.
As now, I am an adult Black American, I reflect with unspeakable joy, my young teenage years living in a very tiny country town in MISSISSIPPI. Then being bussed, to a rare HBCU/AG-HIGH SCHOOL in another tiny country town in Mississippi, previously attended by my momma and aunt and uncle. As a High School student in the chior my LOVE of classical music only heightened. Music meant the world to me. I also played Tenor-Sax as an advid member of the band. I now play this for my 5 children. This was a fantastic performance!!! Eternally thankful for this artform.🥰🥰🥰🥰
Just found who the performers are: Collegium 1704 conducted by Václav Luks Hana Blažíková, soprano; Delphine Galou, contralto; Markus Brutscher, tenor; Marián Krejcik, bass
I found this performance about 4 years ago and have watched it over and over in subsequent years. Messiah has brought me great peace since I first heard it nearly 60 years ago, however, I’ve never enjoyed a rendition more than this one. Thanks be to God for your marvelous interpretation of this classic and timeless tribute to the Savior, Jesus Christ.
If I were stuck on a desert island and had to choose only one piece of music to listen to, it would be this one. Of course, I'd want the entire corpus of Handel and Bach, not just this.
"Fantastic performance," a hackneyed phrase to be sure but it took just a few minutes of listening to this performance to realize that something very special was occurring on that platform. I have loved Handel's Messiah for nearly all of my 70+ years but have never been so moved, so enthralled, so aware of the many nuances and subtle interplays of this magnificent work until tonight. My heavens how could the audience remain in their seats after so powerful a rendition of what is unarguably the greatest oratorio ever written.
I have been an avid listener to the Messiah for 63 years and have heard (and participated in) numerous performances. This is by far the best I have ever heard. The orchestra, chorus, soloists, are all first rate, and the interpretation is so lively and nuanced in many ways. It is the absolute best. A fantastic gem!
Very good ... I am novice, no doubt, as to classical, baroque, or any style compared to your seniority.... But may I humbly suggest to find -VOX 2 7502 MESSIAH Radio:Baird/Lane Price/Deas VOX 2 cd set , complete recording of Handel's own LONDON COVENT GARDEN 1749 PERFORMANCE . This HWV 56 sounds very similar but VOX performance is notches above....
I hope you get to meet Handel in that place of absolute bliss, all made possible by our Lord Jesus Christ. I am looking forward to that day myself, when wars and all troubles and pain are absent and always will be. God bless you.
Praise be to Handel. The delusion of the faith was probably what made him deal with his HUGE talent. But f*ck Jesus and f*uck God this is not the product of any religion this is a human produced piece of art and the only one that should be blessed is the author. F*ck off.
I have heard this piece live every year since 1969 and this year can’t as I’m recovering from surgery. So I scanned RU-vid for one I could watch as I listened and thank God found this sparkling gem. Stunning in its clarity and joyful pace. All four voices flawless and with personality. A right sized chorus. Thank you to all the artists, and to the business folks who enabled this.
Jeff First, recover well. I have sung this live every year since 1967, both as a soloist and chorus, so I understand your attachment to this tradition. There were a couple of times I wished for a slightly slower pace ( Pastoral Symphony) but that’s nit picking. A sterling job by soloists, orchestra and chorus.
Haim, I have absolutely no idea. Never asked any other musician or singer about their religious affiliation. I myself am an atheist who sings this music because it is beautiful. Some ask how I can sing what I don’t believe. I sing the old time classic “Long Black Veil” and have never murdered anyone.
Now that’s it’s being played more often on replicated period instruments (gut strings, etc) and period-sized orchestras, as this version is - as it was originally performed, and meant to be performed - it is less ponderous than when played by a modern, 80-piece orchestra. Thus, it’s a “low-fat, no-fat” version: de-light-ful!
Wonderful! I have listened and sung the Messiah many times, but have never hears such an outstanding performance before. It mived me to tears. Bravo. Praise God.
My piano teacher in the late '50's, Mr Weber, was German. He was also our church organist and had nothing but contempt for the Messiah; he considered it to be "pagan music"! He influenced me against carefully listening to this masterpiece until I reached my 30's! I guess I've made up for lost time. This recording is my favorite of all the versions I have ever heard.
My father was a college music professor and a music minister. He conducted this every Christmas. As a child ,watching him stand in front of choir and orchestra, was heroic. He’s been gone for 30 years, but I see him when I listen to this great work.
Despite my enjoyment of the Supremes and the Beatles, my music professor, Dr. Richard von Ende at McMurry University in Abilene, TX, inspired me to appreciate real music. I shall be ever grateful. Your dear father was a blessing to many, I am certain.
This performance of Handel's Messiah is the best I have heard live or recorded. Such percision in each note by both the singers and the orchestra. It is truly fantastic.
Collegium 1704 Baroque Orchestra & Collegium Vocale 1704 Vàclav Luks, Conductor Hana Blazikova - soprano Delphine Galou - alto Markus Brutscher - tenor Marlan Krejcik - bass L’abbaye de la Chaise-Dieu Auvergne, France April 27, 2011
Wow! Performed with love and passion! The energy that came through this performance could not have come from anything less than a great love of the music, the Scriptures, and the Lord! And double for that director! He certainly gave it all he had!
I was afraid no more young conductors exist till this master performance - what of master is this guy - this music played many great musicians and singers but put them together to this master level of performance require more than a talent - require deep old masters spirit - happy see old masters line is still alive ! Thank you and God bless
If Handel was alive to witness such an excellent and exceptional performance of his work, he would have been moved emotionally. The total ensemble from the conductor, the soloists and the chorus were all transformed during this performance. Their souls were lifted, raised to a divine place and they delved into their souls to deliver such an exquisite rendition. Indeed the trumpet sounded, the orchestra responded, and the singers were all changed during this performance 👏 Even the dead were raised incorruptible! The best performance of Handel's Messiah have ever heard.
This rendition of the Messiah is the best one I've ever heard. I missed it when it was no where to be found. So gad it's back available. I love the excellence of the director and the performers and can feel the anointing of God come through them. I believe Handel's music originated in heaven
We have just endured four years of one of the most chaotic administrations in the history of our Nation. This morning I happened on this program. The short prelude or symphonic intro was magnificent and immediately gained my attention; then the tenor solo, "Every Valley shall be exalted, every hill made low" and the beauty of this voice, and the conviction of his sung words, just released a flood of tears that I could not contain, and somehow the tensions were released, and joy, just pure joy flooded my soul. No other way to describe it, absolutely none.
you are totally braiwashed and ignorant, Trump was absolutly not hitler, USA has had much much darker times in its history (war of independance, civil war, jim crow, world wars, vietnam crisis, segregation, political scandals and extremely corrupted politicians during 2 centuries), you totally ignore your own history. And by the way, take away your political garbage and let us enjoy great music without your idiocy.
Tremendous theology in this music but it has nothing to do with Donald Trump who has actually acknowledged Jesus Christ as the king unlike former presidents, both Dem and Republican.
The people never heard anything like this when it was first played. "What is this?" "What do my ears hear?" "What do I listen to?" It is a story, an experience, a triumph, an ecstasy, a supreme uplifting, a superlative bonding and attainment of human spirit. Thank you Mr. Handel.
This is my favourite performance of Handel's Messiah. Thank you Mary Shaw for telling us it is the Collegium 1704 Orchestra. Lol!!! I must visit Prague to attend one of their performances.
I listen to this every Easter and Christmas,. Best I've ever heard, and I've sung it a dozen times. I think I'll listen to it a thousand more times. I'm in tears, just incredible. Bravo!!!
Handel's MESSIAH is one incredible piece of choral music, and the group most associated with it is the Choir of King's College Cambridge,. However, here is a Czech choir and orchestra- Collegium 1704 - who, in my opinion, outperform the vaunted King's College outfit. Considering that English is not their first language, they manage to elevate the sonorous harmonies and joyous lilting passages with consummate passion and ease. The only time that there is any hint of a non-English choir is the flattened sounds of some vowels. If you can forgive that indiscretion, then you'll be totally caught up in this superb performance.
Every year I stream this and weep and I wonder how many of us gather here. I bet its a lot. And this year especially, in the darkness of wars. Merry Xmas to ye sisters and brothers who glanced down to read the comments. May peace be found in our hearts and go into this world somehow and our fellows be saved and fellow critters be saved from extinction. Amen
July 2022- I listen to the Messiah whenever I get discouraged. It is stunningly beautiful and uplifting. This rendition is particularly fine! Soloists and conductor all shine. Actually, every singer and instrumentalist is on point. Thank you for lifting me up to the heavens!
@@baptistegiraud1764 There is no greater combination, this side of eternity, than worship and prayer! This magnificent work is beautifully inspired by Handel and Jennens and has led me into prayer of both thanksgiving and petition. 💖
Even if we are all locked down, what does it matter. It is not for ever. He is risen -He is risen indeed and He shall reign FOR EVER - AND EVER. DEO GRATIAS
TO GOD ALONE BE ALL THE GLORY. Handel Proved that Jesus is The Messiah. Hallelujah. Amen. This Performance gives such a joy simplicity and clarity. The conductor interpret as modernized version Messiah. 1 Chronicles 29:11 - 13 11. Thine, O LORD, is the greatness, and the power, and the glory, and the victory, and the majesty: for all that is in the heaven and in the earth is thine; thine is the kingdom, O LORD, and thou art exalted as head above all. 12. Both riches and honour come of thee, and thou reignest over all; and in thine hand is power and might; and in thine hand it is to make great, and to give strength unto all. 13. Now therefore, our God, we thank thee, and praise thy glorious name.
A wonderful performance! You Tube doesn't share the info, but the director is Vaclav Lucs, and that fabulous alto is Delphine Galou. The group is Collegium 1704, in Prague. No info on where this was performed. They have a Bach B minor mass, too!
If you're reading this with tears in your eyes, know that GOD is speaking directly to your wounded soul through this message. You didn't just happen to stumble across this message.GOD led you to it.He wants you to know that He is making a way for you right now!He is healing that sickness. He is going to give you an opportunity that you've never had.He is going to heal your strained relationships.Stay in faith, bcos your breakthroughs is coming.🕊🕊🕊
I have tears in my Eyes cause me and my Mum used to make an annual pilgrimage to the local Catholic Church to hear this with a small orchestra.... It is wrapped up with LOTS of good Memories
Absolutely no one can say these songs and music are not inspired! Just Amazing!!! This is straight from Book of books!! God bless the person for sharing this with us. Love ❤ it. Can't get enough.
I have seen and heard the Messiah sung by choirs of 200 or more, with 50 orchestral instruments, and NONE OF THEM come close to the beauty of this performance. GREAT!
Splendid... Yes, praise this moment! Handel's "Messiah" is a true masterpiece! How befitting... It's as if the music exudes light. It is said that Handel led this piece even the day before his own death!
Apart from this version simply being alive!!! (it is gloriously vibrant,) I love the fact the soloists are dressed similarly to the orchestra, not as grand entities, but all beautifully recounting each prophecy and scripture such that the glory go to the One who indeed deserves all glory! Thank you from the bottom of my heart to each of you who were part of this glorious rendition of this wonderful work, including those who recorded it for us all to rejoice in ❤🎶❤
I’m a Catholic nun, 35 yrs old. I grew up listening to this at home. It’s the day before Ash Wednesday when everyone will celebrate Mardi Gras. But I can think of no better preparation for Lent than this exquisite rendition of the Messiah. It is phenomenal.
How blessed we are to have the ability to see and hear such outstanding performances of the great masters on this Easter Sunday when we are isolated from each other. Thank you God for the gift of music.
I confess I have never been brought to my knees, prostrated into submission, gasping to catch my breath, tearful and spine tingling until I sat before this performance. Rare is a version which executes exacting perfection of a timeless piece , where other attempts pale. Colleagues , friends, relatives are equally enamored at their initial encounter with this masterpiece.
I cannot get enough of this inspiring performance! As I read my brothers comment below, my heart is broken for him and yet I hear his faith and I can hear the love of Jesus come from his heart. I pray that he is experiencing the joy of the Lord and the love of our Father as we enter this holiday season. What a blessing that our Lord inspires composers and artists to express their faith in such a way as this and gives us a small window into heaven! What music will be there!! Thank you for this amazing conductor who shows his love of his work and the incredible soloists and chorus! It was sheer joy!!!
This choir is fabulous!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and the soloists are just off the chain!!!!!! Bravo. Director, you look pleased, you should, you have done a great job!!!
(guest) I love this choir ! 😊🎼😊 They put so much into the performance...😊 And you can hear the altos ! I am nearly 73, and have not sung for years, but this made me want to sing along ! Many thanks ! xx😊🎼🇬🇧💜⭐🐦🎼😊
Here I am back again being blessed by this wonderful recording!! Such a treasure and so uplifting! One day we who follow Christ will be adding to their chorus from the heavenly realms!
Collegium 1704 Baroque Orchestra & Collegium Vocale 1704 Vàclav Luks, Conductor Hana Blazikova - soprano Delphine Galou - alto Markus Brutscher - tenor Marlan Krejcik - bass L’abbaye de la Chaise-Dieu Auvergne, France April 27, 2011
With all that is going on in the world, the evil that is mounting and manifesting itself, listening to Handel's Messiah brings me great peace and joy knowing that God is in control. He sent his Son to be the propitiator for Man. What a wonderful recording. Thank you so much for lifting my spirits in these troubling times. We know this all has a wonderful and incredible end that marks a new beginning for us. All thanks to the Prince of Peace and glory to God.
Every country who is at war, whether a civil war or against other nations, should have to listen to Handel's "Messiah" before taking up arms. It doesn't matter what religion one is. This symphony is universal in its hopes for peace and reconciliation. Also, how did these guys do this? The composers of yesteryear are absolutely amazing and impossible to replicate. I bow down to the musical excellence of these men.
This is my "go to" Messiah performance. The interpretation is lively and precise, and the director and performers exhibit that they know the majesty of which they are singing. I hope it continues to remain available.
It is very good indeed. I have seen live performances of the full oratorio that exceed even this in sections and there may not be recordings of them. Also in reviewing recently some others such as conductor Trevor Pinnock and Gardner ( versions are available on YT ) that both have merit and some excellent sections, it is clear to me that The Word of YHWH is truly living and active, sharp and powerful. This allows for newness and annointing in this timeless music that exceeds our understanding. The Word is truly forever and ever. This is an awesome and mysterious component of God, so that I no longer believe that there is any single version of The Messiah that is supreme. We will have our favorite (s), but clearly Father will be exalted in each performance of Messiah. There are many versions that I certainly do not care for, but I am likely not right in how I perceive these. His Word will accomplish that which is intended. The intent of the listener is varied and is of great importance in receiving these heavenly sounds. May you be richly blessed, even and especially in those times of bitter waters, trials and testings. Bryan
Along with all the other kudos for this amazing performance, let's give credit to the videographers, who captured the spirit and the beauty of these young people so well. I have sung in many Messiahs, and I know how difficult it is to get the entrances so sharp, the runs so clear, the diction so perfect- and assume English is a second language for these Czechs. A heavenly Messiah.
Carol, you identify the performers as Czech. Can you tell me the date/place of the performance? The name of the conductor? The orchestra? Thank you, Freddie
Collegium 1704 Baroque Orchestra & Collegium Vocale 1704 Vàclav Luks, Conductor Hana Blazikova - soprano Delphine Galou - alto Markus Brutscher - tenor Marlan Krejcik - bass L’abbaye de la Chaise-Dieu Auvergne, France April 27, 2011
@@seigasuki Well...I always say if it aint baroque, don't fix it.... But seriously I found this performance last year and it blew my hair back! I was listening thought it was like a choir the size of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and had to retrieve my jaw from the floor when I saw what phenomenal SOUND was coming from such a small group of musicians!! I enjoy the faces of the singers and musicians and mostly the conductor!!! Virtuosity!!
@@seigasuki Amen and Amen! Hallelujah! And may the village kirks and churches to the great Gothic Cathedrals all across Europe once again resound with glad hymns of praise and thanks to the Almighty, as well as divine music such as this!!!
Collegium 1704 Baroque Orchestra & Collegium Vocale 1704 Vàclav Luks, Conductor Hana Blazikova - soprano Delphine Galou - alto Markus Brutscher - tenor Marlan Krejcik - bass L’abbaye de la Chaise-Dieu Auvergne, France April 27, 2011
Magnificent!, no other way to describe it.. thank you to the ,talented artists, the conductor, soloists, and especially the wonderful heritage that Handel left us. I play this every week
Thank you for this God-fearing performance (for me) as it turned my thoughts and heart to Christ who is to come again but not as a Baby in Bethlehem but as 'Judge.' The song "Who shall stand when He appeareth" Wow! That is food for thoughts! What then shall we do? Pleasing our own selves while we have breath or total surrender to His Lordship, take up our Crosses and follow Him? For me, I will surrender and carry my cross and follow Him. Blessings!
