A worldwide audience now has access to Bethany College’s Messiah performances, including both Handel’s “Messiah” and Bach’s “St. Matthew Passion”.

According to the school audiences from across the country gathered for a memorable Messiah Festival weekend, celebrating its cherished musical tradition with heartfelt enthusiasm and community spirit. This year’s festival featured over 200 tickets sold at the Friday performance of “St. Matthew Passion” at Bethany Lutheran Church, and more than 400 for “Messiah” at Presser Hall.

Both performances were recorded and are available to view online at the following
links below:

Click Here for Bach’s St. Matthew Passion Performance.

Click Here for Handel’s Messiah Performance.

“We are grateful to the local community and to all those who traveled, nationally and worldwide, to be part of this meaningful weekend,” said Bethany College President Steve Eckman. “The Messiah Festival continues to be a treasured part of our college and town, and it’s inspiring to see how far its impact reaches.”  Bethany College would like to thank the performers, volunteers, production team, and especially the patrons who made this year’s festival a success. We look forward to welcoming everyone back next year for another celebration of music, faith, and tradition.

The Bethany College Music Department is presenting several end-of-semester performances. This includes the Department Recital today, April 22, at 2:30 pm in
Pearson Chapel at the Mabee Welcome Center, and the Bethany Choir and Handbell Concert on Sunday, April 27, at 4:00 pm at Bethany Lutheran Church.