Events

Second Annual Sing-Along Messiah

Saturday, December 14th, 2019, 2:00 PM
Robertson-Wesley United Church

The BALM Society presents the Second Annual Sing-Along Messiah! Join Artistic Director Erin Craig, emerging vocal soloists, and the BALM Society Chamber Orchestra to sing along to one of the best-loved pieces of music, Handel’s Messiah. The audience is the chorus in this collaborative performance – you don’t want to miss it!

Advance tickets $20, from Tix on the Square or from a member of the BALM Society
Tickets at the door $30

For more information, email thebalmsociety@gmail.com

Messiah FAQ

Q: How will I know what to sing?

You can bring your own score, or you can rent one from BALM on the day of the performance for a $25 deposit, $20 of which will be returned to you when you return your score. We guarantee enough scores will be available to rent for all pre-purchased tickets. We can’t guarantee there will be enough if you buy a ticket at the door, so please buy ahead if you can!

Q: Can I bring my own score? Does it matter what edition it is?

You can absolutely bring your own score! Most of BALM’s scores are the New Novello edition (orange cover) but there will be notes in the program about what page to look at for every common edition of the score.

Q: I’m not a very good singer. Can I still come?

Yes! This production is for EVERYONE. There will be experienced singers throughout the room to help everyone find their way through the piece.

Q: I don’t read music very well, or at all. Can I still come?

Yes! This production is for EVERYONE. You will be seated in sections according to voice type (soprano, alto, tenor, or bass), and there will be experienced singers in all of the sections to help. And even if the notes don’t make sense to you, the words to sing are still in the score – so sing whatever is in your heart!

Q: Can I bring my children?

Of course! But they do need a ticket.

Q: Can I come to listen and not sing?

You can, but it will be much more fun if you sing. And I mean, who doesn’t want to sing the Hallelujah chorus along with an orchestra and hundreds of other voices?

Q: I have a large group that I would like to bring. Is TIX on the Square the only place I can get tickets?

A member of the BALM society would be happy to visit your choir, church, or community group to deliver a large bundle of tickets. Email us for details: thebalmsociety@gmail.com