Attending a Utah Symphony performance of Handel's Messiah was once a really lovely tradition for me over the Thanksgiving break but for the past several years I have been out of town and not able to go. I was really happy to revive the tradition last night! I found my copy of the score and practiced my hallelujahs so I was ready to sing along with the audience during the choral sections! The orchestra was joined by soloists Grace Kahl, Quinn Middleman, Addison Marlor, and Brandon Bell (Resident Artists with the Utah Opera) and the Westminster College Choir. The Messiah is not only the perfect way to ring in the holiday season but it is also so much fun to sing! It reminded me of when I was a member of the Westminster College Choir! My favorite sections to sing are "For Unto us a Child is Born," "Glory to God in the Highest," and "Hallelujah!" I fear that my hallelujahs may have been a bit too boisterous! The orchestra performed this majestic piece beautifully and I especially loved the timpani in "Hallelujah!" because it was so stirring. All of the soloists were fantastic but I was particularly impressed with Bell's rendition of "The trumpet shall sound" because it gave me goosebumps (the trumpet solo was also incredible)! I thoroughly enjoyed this concert because listening to Christmas music performed live is my favorite part of the holiday season and I would definitely recommend getting a ticket to tonight's performance (go here for tickets).
Note: Now that the holiday season is upon us it is always a good idea to allow plenty of time when driving and parking downtown.
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