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Handel’s Messiah was first performed at Easter – musician Neil Martin tells us about his work on the Ulster-Scots version

Handel’s Messiah was first performed on 13 April, 1742 in Dublin. Centuries later, musician and composer Neil Martin tells us about his work on the Ulster-Scots version.

Handel’s Messiah was first performed on 13 April, 1742 in Dublin. Centuries later, local musician and composer Neil Martin talks about his work on the Ulster-Scots version of the oratorio and how music – of all kinds - can help us respond emotionally to every aspect of life.

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27 minutes

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Sun 12 Apr 2020 18:03

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  • Sun 12 Apr 2020 18:03