National Philharmonic: Handel's Messiah Saturday, December 10, 2011 at 8:00 PM Music Center at Strathmore

Usher in the holidays with Handel's 1741 masterpiece, the most-performed and beloved work in all of Western choral music. The National Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorale, joined by world-class soloists and led by Artistic Director Stan Engebretson, capture the joy, spirit and grandeur of the season. Enjoy such favorites as "And the Glory of the Lord" and the "Hallelujah Chorus."

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This program will have the following approximate running times: 52 minute first half, 20 minute intermission, 57 minute second half.

ALL Kids, ALL Free, ALL the Time
Young people age 7-17 attend all National Philharmonic concerts at the Music Center at Strathmore free of charge, making it easy for families to go to concerts together and for young adults to attend a live classical music performance with friends. KIDS FREE tickets may be obtained IN PERSON at the Strathmore Ticket Office or BY PHONE at (301) 581-5100.

PLEASE NOTE: KIDS FREE tickets cannot be ordered online. Refunds will not be issued for tickets purchased online for children ages 7-17.

Pre-Concert Lecture
A free lecture will take place in the promenade from 6:45pm-7:15pm.