Handel's Messiah Listening Guide

Experience the world’s most famous Christmas choral work through listening activities that break down the distinct, powerful musical techniques that Handel used to bring to life the story of Christ’s birth, life, death and resurrection. As you journey through scripture passages beautifully set to music, all ages will sharpen ears, grow a musical vocabulary and encounter more deeply the story of the Messiah depicted through this Baroque masterpiece.

This 54 page digital download INCLUDES:

• The Story of The Messiah

• Musical Tours on 8 of the most famous movements:

  • Overture

  • Comfort Ye

  • Every Valley

  • For Unto Us a Child is Born

  • Rejoice Greatly

  • He Shall Feed His Flock

  • Behold the Lamb of God

  • Hallelujah Chorus

• 16 Musical terms

• The powerful musical techniques that Handel used to illustrate the story of the Messiah through music

• Mini bio on Handel

• Art Tutorial by Florence based artist Elisabeth Waldstein on Westminster Abbey, the burial site for Handel

• Beautiful Coloring pages for the Littles

• Listening, Journaling and Drawing Activities for Ages 8+

This is a perfect musical reflection for the Advent & Christmas season!

Customer Review:

“As an adult life-long learner who never received a proper music education, your curriculum was exactly what I was looking for. I especially loved your Christmas special featuring Handel's Messiah. After reading through your explanations I sought out a concert near me and brought your notes to the performance. You cracked the secret code of Handel's Messiah! I caught my husband leaning over to read my notes at several moments in the piece and we both agreed your insights elevated our enjoyment and understanding of the piece far past anything we could have researched ourselves.” - Megan P.