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14.12.2026

Come & Sing Handel with Hanover Choir and the St Olave Singers

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Become a performer at this festive performance of Handel's Messiah Part I

The St Olave Singers and Hanover Choir invite singers of all vocal parts to join them for a festive Come & Sing evening, singing Part I of Handel’s much-loved oratorio, Messiah, in this beautiful medieval church.

Reviving a musical tradition at St Olave Hart Street, this special evening brings singers together to enjoy one of the great works of the choral repertoire. Part I tells the story of the promise and coming of Christ, from the Old Testament prophecies to the Nativity, through some of Handel’s most beautiful arias and magnificent choruses.

Whether you have sung Messiah many times or are discovering this extraordinary music for the first time, you are warmly welcome to take part.

Time: Monday 14th December.

5.30pm: Refreshments and welcome

6.00pm: Rehearsal

7.30pm: Performance (free to attend)

Ticket: Singers are £10 each and can reserve online, the performance is free to watch.

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