Handel’s Messiah sing-along Dec. 14

Washington University’s Department of Music in Arts & Sciences will present its annual sing-along of George Frideric Handel’s oratorio Messiah at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, in Graham Chapel. John Stewart, director of vocal activities, directs the program.

The concert is free and open to the public. Graham Chapel is located just north of the Mallinckrodt Student Center, 6445 Forsyth Blvd. For more information, call (314) 935-4841.

The performance, which lasts about an hour, will include the Christmas portion of Messiah as well as the “Hallelujah Chorus.” Those who wish to may sit in special sections arranged according to voice type (soprano, alto, tenor, baritone), though those who choose not to sing are also welcome to attend. Copies of the music will be available for those who do not bring their own scores. Soloist are Debra Hillabrand, soprano; Noel Prince, alto; Adam Cromer, tenor; Joseph Michels, tenor; and Scott Levin, bass.

WHO: Washington University Department of Music in Arts & Sciences John Stewart, director

WHAT: Sing-along, George Frideric Handel’s *Messiah*

WHERE: Graham Chapel, just north of Mallinckrodt Student Center, 6445 Forsyth Blvd.

WHEN: 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14

COST: Free and open to the public

SPONSOR: Washington University Department of Music in Arts & Sciences

For more information, call (314) 935-4841.