Lawrence University Choirs and Symphony Orchestra present “Messiah”
The Lawrence University Choirs and Lawrence Symphony Orchestra join forces in a performance of George Frideric Handel’s popular classic “Messiah.” The work recounts the Nativity, Passion, Resurrection and Ascension of Jesus Christ. Highlighted by the famous ““Hallelujah” chorus, the performance captures the work’s emotion with such selections as “And He Shall Purify” and “Ev’ry Valley Shall be Exalted.” The oratorio features 12 student soloists.
Date: April 21, 2017
Event Times: 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Ticket Information: Free and open to the public.
Additional Contact Information:
Julia Jackson, 920-832-6612/julia.a.jackson@lawrence.edu
Location of this event
Lawrence University - Memorial Chapel
510 E College Ave
Appleton, WI 54911
Phone: 920-955-2224
Web site:
www.lawrence.edu
Description:Built in 1919 and renovated in 1993, the 1,248-seat Lawrence Memorial Chapel is used for public events such as the Lawrence Artist and Jazz series, ensemble concerts, public meetings and the university convocation series. The chapel features a magnificent 41-stop mechanical-action organ built by John Brombaugh of Eugene, Oregon.
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