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Transcending Tunes of Light and Shade Handel: Messiah

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by   Frances Wilson, Interlude During the opening measures of the famous chorus, members of the audience glanced around anxiously, checking to see who would be first to rise to their feet. Then someone in the balcony stood, and someone else, and suddenly the whole audience rose to its feet, as is traditional for the ‘Hallelujah’ Chorus. George Frideric Handel © portlandhandelsociety.org The reasons for this tradition are somewhat apocryphal: one version is that at the first London performance in 1743, the audience “together with the King”, were so moved by the ‘Hallelujah’ Chorus that they spontaneously rose to their feet. An alternative explanation is that King George II was so tone-deaf that he thought the performance had finished, and the orchestra was playing the National Anthem: once the King stood, everyone present was obliged to stand too. Whatever the reason, there is something really special about standing for such an uplifting and triumphant piece of music. For me ‘Messia...

Simbanggabi | Philippine Madrigal Singers, UP Singing Ambassadors & Aten...

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Tutti during the Sudi Awards at the Metropolitan Theater on 21 December 2022. Simbanggabi was composed by national artist for music, Mr. Lucio San Pedro. Prof. Raul M. Sunico, PhD, accompanied the choirs on the piano. Mr. Jonathan M. Velasco conducted the choirs.

Silver Bells

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Silver Bells · Percy Faith & His Orchestra and Chorus Christmas Is... ℗ Originally Released 1966 Sony Music Entertainment Inc.

Bach For Christmas - A Musical Celebration (Classical Music)

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Celebrate the holiday season with the timeless and festive melodies of "Bach for Christmas." Immerse yourself in the Baroque brilliance of Johann Sebastian Bach's compositions, carefully selected to evoke the spirit of Christmas. Bach's intricate counterpoint and rich harmonies weave a tapestry of joy, solemnity, and celebration. From uplifting chorales to delicate pastorales, this playlist offers a musical journey that transcends time, capturing the essence of the holiday season through the masterful creations of one of classical music's greatest composers. Let the intricate beauty of Bach's music add a touch of elegance and reverence to your Christmas celebrations. 👉 Listen to classical music on other streaming platforms. The links are below: 📌 Bach for Christmas: https://lnk.to/Various-Artists-Bach-f... 📌 100 Most Essential Christmas Classical Pieces: https://lnk.to/100-Most-Essential-Chr... 📌Nutcracker and the Great Ballets Highlights: https://lnk...

Band Aid - Do They Know It's Christmas? (Live Aid 1985)

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Band Aid performing at Live Aid in front of 72,000 people in Wembley Stadium, London on the 13th July, 1985. The event was organised by Sir Bob Geldof and Midge Ure to raise funds for the Ethiopian famine disaster. Broadcast across the world via one of the largest satellite link-ups of all time, the concerts were seen by around 40% of the global population. Remember to subscribe to stay up to date with all new releases in the channel. Music 1 songs Do They Know It's Christmas? (Performed At Live Aid, Wembley Stadium 1985) Band Aid Do The

"The First Noel," 550 BYU Musicians Celebrate Christmas

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19,693 views Dec 17, 2023 Singing “praises to our heavenly Lord,” more than 550 Brigham Young University musicians filled the concert hall with strains of “The First Noel,” as the finale number from the Celebration of Christmas concert. Held for the first time in the new BYU Music Building, the annual School of Music Christmas concert featured BYU Concert Choir, the BYU Singers, Men’s Chorus, Women’s Chorus, and the BYU Philharmonic Orchestra.