Sunday, December 14, 2008

On the second day of Christmas, tradition gave to me
Two Messiah performances

As a musician, and especially as a singer, Handel's Messiah has always been an important part of Christmas. I have often participated in the choir or as a soloist in these productions. And even if for some reason I don't do that, I at least go to see one. Christmas just isn't Christmas without that beautiful music.

When Joel and I were first married we used to go with our good friends, the Fletchers, up to the Utah Symphony to see it. It was tradition, even when Mary Beth was big and pregnant and due any second, we went. They just packed along her hospital bag, just in case. Then we all graduated and went our separate ways, but I sure wish we could go with them again!

This year, I am a soloist (I am singing "Comfort Ye"--I know, it's weird-- and the soprano recits) and also participating in the choir.

For those of you in the area, we have two performances: Tonight and tomorrow night (December 13 and 14) at 7:30 pm in the Heritage Center. It is free, but you have to have a ticket because it is so popular. I have two extra tickets for tonight...let me know if you want them, especially because Sunday is usually the more crowded of the two performances.
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Lara Neves
Lara Neves

Lara is mom to three daughters—two teens and a tween. She loves to share her parenting and homemaking triumphs and failures here at Overstuffed! She was diagnosed with Lyme disease in 2015 and has been fighting it ever since. When she isn't working on her mother of the year award, you can find her reading, singing, or taking photos.

16 comments:

  1. BrookeSun Dec 14, 08:52:00 AM

    I love Handel's Messiah. It is so beautiful. Hard to sing (for me at least), but very beautiful.

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  2. clan of the cave hairSun Dec 14, 09:33:00 AM

    What a wonderful tradition to be a part of! I love that music. My mother made sure we knew the music when we were children. She would turn off all the lights, light the Christmas Tree and several candles, and have us lay on the floor with blankets to listen to at least a couple of movements. I miss that and I realize not only have I not passed this on to my children, I don't even have a recording of it. Sad. I guess I need to fix that.

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  3. Annette LyonSun Dec 14, 09:45:00 AM

    Great tradition. Good luck tonight!

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  4. KateSun Dec 14, 10:41:00 AM

    I went once at temple square in SLC but I have wanted to go here in Cedar but tonight I have two meetings. Good luck. I'm sure it will be great.

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  5. Kristina P.Sun Dec 14, 10:55:00 AM

    I wish I lived closer to you!

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  6. Kerry McKibbinsSun Dec 14, 11:56:00 AM

    Have a wonderful time. Love that tradition!

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  7. Heidi AshworthSun Dec 14, 12:29:00 PM

    I would love to be there and not just because it's Christmas and you have SNOW and all we have is COLD (brrr!). How exciting to sing a solo in the Messiah! Yay you!

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  8. DebSun Dec 14, 03:09:00 PM

    Good luck tonight! I'm sure you'll be fabulous!

    The Messiah is a favorite at our house too.

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  10. queendeniSun Dec 14, 03:43:00 PM

    Break a leg, dear! Love you, your voice is sounding just exquisite!

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  11. AnonymousSun Dec 14, 07:38:00 PM

    I love the Messiah. I think many folks don't realize all of the songs that they may even know that come from it. Of course, there are a good share of oddish little pieces in there, too. I guess not all scripture translates well into song.

    I am excited for you! I hope it goes well.

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  12. ErinSun Dec 14, 07:42:00 PM

    That sounds so great. I have a few versions on cd that I listen to at Christmas time, but it's nothing like hearing it in person.

    Have a great time! I wish I could be there, but kids are too cranky tonight for me to want to be mean enough to leave with my husband.

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  13. tara @ kidzSun Dec 14, 08:24:00 PM

    Oh I LOVE Messiah. I listen to it all year long! Amazing.

    Hey, I see you have a Chloe too! Love that name.

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  14. SherrieMon Dec 15, 01:16:00 AM

    I wish I could be there. Good Luck!

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  15. Anne-MarieMon Dec 15, 01:25:00 AM

    Oh how I wish I was in CC to snatch up those prime tix! I love to hear your beautiful voice.

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  16. CCMon Dec 15, 09:05:00 AM

    I wish I could've been there to see and hear you. You have a beautiful voice. I'm sure it was a wonderful evening...

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