: Clear melodies supported by harmonic accompaniment from the orchestra.
The tradition of audiences standing during the chorus reportedly dates back to the London premiere in 1743. was supposedly so moved by the performance that he rose to his feet. As protocol required everyone to stand when the King stood, the practice became a permanent fixture of Messiah performances worldwide. Performance Legacy : Clear melodies supported by harmonic accompaniment from
: Intricate sections where different voice parts enter in imitation, building a complex wall of sound. A Royal Tradition : Clear melodies supported by harmonic accompaniment from
: Moments where the choir sings in powerful unison. : Clear melodies supported by harmonic accompaniment from
The "Hallelujah Chorus" concludes Part II of Messiah and is celebrated as a masterpiece of Baroque choral writing. Its power comes from Handel's masterful use of shifting musical textures: