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Annual Handel’s Messiah Performance at Central Trinity United Methodist Church
presented by the Zanesville Civic Chorus and Orchestra

Experience Art, Light & Music: Inspired by Tiffany’s Gardens in Glass at the Zanesville Museum of Art?  Enjoy this opportunity to enjoy another beautiful stained-glass setting in our community. Take in Handel’s Messiah at Central Trinity United Methodist Church surrounded by the artistry and luminous beauty of its stained-glass windows. From Tiffany’s exploration of light and color to the timeless power of Handel’s music, this special event celebrates the ways art and beauty can transform the spaces where we gather.

The Zanesville Civic Chorus and Orchestra presents its 97th annual performance of Handel’s Messiah Oratorio Sunday, December 13, 6:00 pm at CT.

This annual music gift to the Zanesville/Muskingum County Community is one of the oldest choral music traditions in the State of Ohio. The production is under the direction of Ann Lillie Briggs. The production is sponsored by the Thursday Music Club.

Messiah is the world’s most popular sacred choral music composition. It was first performed 281 years ago in Dublin, Ireland. Often the composer, George Frederick Handel, would present this music as a benefit for a charity. The expenses for this concert are being funded by grants and financial gifts from music lovers in our community. The tradition of taking a freewill offering and giving it to a local charity in the “spirit of Handel” continues in the Zanesville production.

You are invited to attend the concert and bring a friend. Hear the scripture “come alive” through the music.

The concert will also be livestreamed on the CT church App, Webpage, or Facebook and later posted on the church’s website where it can be viewed at any time.