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Released in 1994 by Resmiranda Records, this recording presents a selection of essential highlights from George Frideric Handel's timeless oratorio, Messiah. Conducted by C. David Keith, the performance features the Southwestern Seminary Oratorio Chorus and the Fort Worth Chamber Orchestra. The Southwestern Seminary Oratorio Chorus (later renamed the Southwestern Master Chorale) carries a prestigious legacy, having performed Messiah annually since 1921—a tradition that became one of the most celebrated musical events at the Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. This collection captures the group's musical artistry through sixteen pivotal movements, including the thunderous "Hallelujah!" chorus and the intricate choral work of "For Unto Us A Child Is Born." Blending disciplined choral technique with the professional precision of the Fort Worth Chamber Orchestra, these highlights serve as both a spiritual narrative and a testament to the seminary's long-standing dedication to the performance of sacred masterworks.
Tracklist
| # | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Messiah Pt. 1 Symphony Overture | 4:18 |
| 2 | Messiah Pt. 2 Comfort Ye, Every Valley | 6:46 |
| 3 | Messiah Pt. 4 And The Glory Of The Lord | 3:20 |
| 4 | Messiah Pt. 5 Thus Sayeth The Lord / Pt. 6 But Who May Abide | 6:27 |
| 5 | Messiah Pt. 7 And He Shall Purify | 2:43 |
| 6 | Messiah Pt. 8 Behold, A Virgin Shall Conceive / Pt. 9 Oh Thou That Tellest Good Tidings | 6:24 |
| 7 | Messiah Pt. 12 For Unto Us A Child Is Born | 4:35 |
| 8 | Messiah Pt. 14 There Were Shepherd Abiding In The Field / Pt. 17 Glory To God In The Highest | 3:48 |
| 9 | Messiah Pt. 24 Surely He Hath Borne Our Grief | 2:33 |
| 10 | Messiah Pt. 25 And With His Stripes We Are Healed / Pt. 26 All We Like Sheep Have Gone Astray | 6:57 |
| 11 | Messiah Pt. 27 All They That See Him / Pt. 28 He Trusted In God | 3:36 |
| 12 | Messiah Pt. 44 Hallelujah! | 4:09 |
| 13 | Messiah Pt. 45 I Know That My Redeemer Liveth | 6:11 |
| 14 | Messiah Pt. 46 Since By Man Came Death | 2:11 |
| 15 | Messiah Pt. 47 Behold I Tell You A Mystery / Pt. 48 The Trumpet Shall Sound | 4:49 |
| 16 | Messiah Pt. 53 Worthy Is The Lamb, Amen | 7:52 |