About

Bach Collegium Japan performs Händel's Messiah at SPOT/De Oosterpoort, Groningen, on 14 December at 20:15, under Masato Suzuki.

What to expect

Händel's Messiah is an oratorio about the coming, suffering, and resurrection of Christ. There are no costumes or stage play; music and text carry the story.

  • Performed by Bach Collegium Japan.
  • Conducted by Masato Suzuki.
  • Masato Suzuki is son of founder Masaaki Suzuki.
  • Famous Hallelujah chorus included.
  • Händel composed it in 24 days.
  • Premiered in Dublin in 1742.
  • George II stood at Hallelujah in 1743.
  • Many still stand for Hallelujah.
  • Balances arias, recitatives, and choral passages.
  • Part of Wereldklasse.
  • Supported by Büchli-Fest-Meijerfonds.

Dates

  1. SPOT/De Oosterpoort, Groningen
  2. Barbican Centre, London

Questions

When does Bach Collegium Japan start and end?

Bach Collegium Japan runs Tuesday, 15 December 2026, 19:00.

Where is Bach Collegium Japan?

Bach Collegium Japan takes place at Barbican Centre, Silk St, London.

How much are tickets for Bach Collegium Japan?

Tickets for Bach Collegium Japan cost from €52.75 on the official ticket shop.

Is there an introduction?

Yes, at 19:00 by Paul Herruer.

Doors open at 18:45.

Introduction tickets cost €3.50 and can be added to your order.

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Getting there

Barbican Centre, Silk St, EC2Y 8DS London, England, GB

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