Springfield Community Chorus To Perform Handel's Messiah

On December 6th and 7th the Springfield Community Chorus, directed by Kenneth Olsson and accompanied by organist William McKim, will present Part One of the best-known masterwork by G. F. Handel, "Messiah." Composed in 1741 and first performed in Dublin, Ireland in 1742, Handel's renowned choral work has since been performed countless times and thrilled audiences worldwide.

With a moving accompaniment, the performance is sure to awe and inspire both the audience and the performers. There will be a number of soloists from the chorus featured throughout the performances.

The venues for the performances are as follows:

December 6th at 7:30PM at the First Baptist Church, 162 Main Street in Chester.

December 7th at 3:00PM at the First Congregational Church, 77 Main Street, Springfield.

The concerts are presented free to the community, however donations are accepted at the concerts to aid in covering costs of future events.