Introduction to the Series

This introductory episode outlines the purpose and structure of the limited series, "A Handle on Handel’s Messiah." Listeners receive an overview of how the podcast will explore the biblical texts behind Handel’s oratorio, how the music interprets those texts, and how this study prepares St. Aidan’s for its upcoming Spanish-language performance of Messiah. 

 

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Performance

 

03:11 - Setting the Vision: Why Messiah?

 

05:48 The Scriptures Behind Messiah

 

08:06 Handel's Music: Listening as Prayer

 

10:01 Theology & Liturgy: Why Messiah Endures

 

12:20 A Moment for Reflection and Prayer

 

15:10 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview