Review: Handel’s Messiah (Melbourne Symphony Orchestra)
A pared-down MSO and choir, but Messiah still sweeps its audience along in a tide of enthusiasm and vocal power.
December 13, 2023
A pared-down MSO and choir, but Messiah still sweeps its audience along in a tide of enthusiasm and vocal power.
Led by guest director and harpsichordist Chad Kelly, this celebration of the music of CPE Bach was a fine way to round out the Australian Haydn Ensemble’s 10th anniversary season.
Australia's first-ever period-instrument presentation of The Creation reveals the fresh vitality and range of colours in Haydn’s score.
A joyful return to the stage turned the page on a troubled season, and marked the start of exciting new era for the ACO.