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Songs of Praise

Celebrates Handel's Messiah - Part 1

Duration: 35 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One WestLatest broadcast: on BBC One Wales

Aled Jones introduces a spectacular celebration of Handel's Messiah from Town Hall, Birmingham, with soloists Elin Manaham Thomas and Rhys Meirion.

Composer Howard Goodall muses on why Handel's great work has stood the test of time, and there is a chance to sing along with the world-famous Hallelujah Chorus. Show less

Contributors

Presenter:
Aled Jones
Participant:
Howard Goodall

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