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The Messiah, composed by George Frederic Handel,  is one of the most popular works in Western choral music, particularly, at Christmas.

A Cappella and Chantry Singers rehearse for 'The Messiah'

One of Handel's most famous works, the Messiah sing-alongs , now common at Christmas, usually consists of only the first of the oratorio's three parts, with the Hallelujah Chorus.

Composed in London during the summer of 1741 and premiered in Dublin, Ireland on 13 April 1742, it was repeatedly revised by Handel, reaching its most familiar version in the performance to benefit the Foundling Hospital in 1754.

Today, in the 21st century, the work continues to be performed by choruses and community singers during the Christmas season.  In Saugeen Shores, the  A Cappella and  the Chantry Singers will perform The Messiah at Port Elgin United Church, December 12 at 7:30 p.m.

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Saturday, December 11, 2010