Stirring Rendition of Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus” Airs January 19

The best-known choral piece in history—Handel's “Hallelujah Chorus"—will be aired on "Central On-Stage" on January 19.

Nikolas Caoile, Central Washington University’s Director of Orchestras, will host “Central On Stage” at 7:00 p.m. Monday, January 19, on KCTS-TV, on your local public broadcasting station.

The program showcases the CWU’s Chamber Orchestra and Chamber Choir performing the second part of Handel’s Messiah. All solos are sung by music students at CWU.

Part II is the most dramatic part of the oratorio, starting with Jesus’ persecution and ultimate crucifixion, and following the story through the resurrection. The “Hallelujah Chorus” is the final number of the broadcast.

Media Contact: Valerie Chapman-Stockwell, Public Affairs, 509-963-1518, valeriec@cwu.edu