Two hundred years ago, Handel's Messiah became one of the great musical phenomena of British life, and its appeal has never faded. With unforgettable moments such as Evry Valley, For Unto Us a Child Is Born and The Trumpet Shall Sound , it continues to move audiences of all backgrounds.

Part of its enduring power lies in its openness: it can be heard as sacred music, dramatic storytelling, or simply a sequence of extraordinary musical moments. Joined once again by the Clothworkers Consort and four international soloists, Skipton Camerata presents its annual performance of this much-loved masterpiece a shared celebration filled with energy, reflection and joy.