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The Warren Civic Chorus

Presenting an inspirational start to the Advent season.

"Messiah"

The Warren Civic Chorus looks forward to 
two inspirational performances of
George Frideric Handel's "Messiah"
to kick off the Advent season of 2023.

Warren Performance:
6:00 pm, on Sunday, December 3, 2023,
Blessed Sacrament Church,
3020 Reeves Road NE, Warren, OH, 44483Opens in a new window

Youngstown Performance:
7:00 pm, on Monday December 4, 2023
St. Columba Cathedral
159 W. Rayen Ave, Youngstown, OH  44503

Director

The Warren Civic Chorus is directed by
Dr. Hae-Jong Lee.

Click Here to read more about our Director's background!

 

About the Warren Civic Chorus

Warren Civic Chorus, December 2018

Nearly 100 voices strong, accompanied by members of the Warren Philharmonic Orchestra, and solos by renowned local music professionals, this musical presentation has become a delightful tradition to begin the holiday season. We welcome you to join us for one of our inspirational performances. For event details and directions, go to the Schedule page.

"Messiah," George Frideric Handel's most successful and best-known oratorio, was composed in twenty-four days, from August 22-September 14, 1741. It was first performed at a concert given for charitable purposes at Dublin, Ireland, on April 13, 1742, with Handel conducting the performance in person. As the centuries have passed, a considerable number of vocal scores have been made after Handel's initial work. However, the present edition follows Handel's original score, with slight deviations that have been inserted and become traditional authority.

Some of us remember when it was first performed by the Warren Civic Chorus, or when and where we first heard this magnificent work. We hope to maintain this traditional event with the support of members of the community.
 
You may well ask, "What may I do to make this a success?" We appreciate your support through:

  1. Your voice - please join us in performing this popular choral ensemble
  2. Your financial assistance - your contributions help sustain these holiday performances
  3. Your attendance - we hope you attend and enjoy the Warren Civic Chorus performances of Handel's "Messiah"