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Whose Oratorio Is Messiah?
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Quick Answer
Messiah is an oratorio by George Frideric Handel, composed in 1741 and first performed in Dublin in 1742.
The Full Story
George Frideric Handel composed Messiah in roughly 24 days in August and September 1741. The text was compiled from the Bible by his friend Charles Jennens. It premiered in Dublin on 13 April 1742 at a charity concert that helped free prisoners from debtors' jails. Its 'Hallelujah' chorus is one of the most famous pieces of choral music ever written. Handel later conducted annual performances to raise money for London's Foundling Hospital.
Key Facts
1.Handel was German-born but spent most of his career in London.
2.The Dublin premiere was so crowded that ladies were asked not to wear hooped dresses.
3.Messiah is traditionally performed at Christmas, though it was first performed around Easter.
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