Redwood Symphony’s Messiah Sing-and Play-Along
December 28 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday, December 28, 2023
5:00-10:00 p.m.
(Downbeat at 6:00 p.m., so don’t be late!)
Ladera Community Church
3300 Alpine Road, Portola Valley
Please RSVP by writing Eric K at maestroek@sbcglobal.net. Traditionally, each (singing) guest is invited and encouraged to sing one of the solo sets. If you are interested in singing a solo, let us know. An early reply is good, since we need to confirm solos with plenty of time to prepare. Instrumentalists are asked to list their instrument. Open to Redwood Symphony, former guests of earlier iterations of this event, the LCC choir and congregation. If you don’t want to sing or play, bring something to eat or drink.
Unlike prior years, this event will be potluck. We will also appreciate your help to clean up afterwards!
We will also be doing Mozart’s wonderfully inventive arrangement, which calls for a full classical orchestra including double woodwinds, horns and trumpets, plus timpani. We will substitute from Handel’s original whenever the Schirmer or Novello vocal scores disagree with Mozart’s and for The Trumpet Shall Sound, where Handel’s solo trumpet part is so much better!
This year the orchestra again will be conducted by Eric K. Instrumental music for both versions will be provided, and bring a stand and stand light.
Please bring any Messiah vocal scores that you have.
Questions??? e-mail Eric at maestroek@sbcglobal.net
