The composer of "Messiah" presents a powerful and evocative oratorio retelling the story of Hanukkah, and its central hero, Judas Maccabeus, and how he fought off the invaders trying to prevent his ...
In 1746 George Frideric Handel was commissioned to compose an oratorio for a victory celebration. He based the work on the heroic story of Judah Maccabee – the Jewish leader who defended his country ...
Great Day Live Derby City Chamber Music Festival Performs 'Judas Maccabeus' The performance of Handel's "Judas Maccabeus" is tomorrow at The Temple.