Frequently Asked Questions
We are delighted to invite the community to our 3rd annual DIY Messiah. If the following FAQ’s do not answer your questions, please contact the church office @847-438-7709. We will answer them as quickly as we can.
I have never been to a Do-It-Yourself Messiah. What should I expect?
Sometimes called a Sing Along Messiah, this musical presentation of the First Part of Handel’s Messiah includes several solo parts interspersed with several choral parts. Professional vocalists will perform the solo parts. The audience is also the chorus and will sing those choral parts under the direction of our conductor, Mr. Joel Jamison. We will have both an organ and a piano accompanist for all musical parts. You will be asked which part that you will be singing when you order tickets.
If you don't wish to sing, you are welcome to come and just listen to the beautiful performance!
I don’t know the music very well or at all. How can I get acquainted with it?
Download either the Choruses alone or download for purchase the entire scores. See the Music tab for more details. Listen to Part 1 of the oratorio HERE Listen to the Hallelujah Chorus HERE
May I bring my own Messiah score?
Yes! Please download a copy for your electronic device or to print out. Check under “The Music” for more details on how to do this. There will be a limited number of paper copies available for use at the performance.
Is St. Matthew Church ADA Accessible?
Yes.
Are children welcome to attend?
Yes, we would love to share this beautiful music with children. It will be about 1 and 1/2 hours long with no intermission.
How will participants be seated?
To achieve the best musical experience, the main floor of the church sanctuary will be divided into four areas; the soprano area, the alto area, the tenor area and the baritone area. You will sit in your voice range area. If you don't wish to sing, you are welcome to come, sit where you're comfortable, and listen to the beautiful performance!
Will there be food/refreshments after the performance?
Yes, we will have fellowship and refreshments Luther Hall after the performance. The Women’s Guild will also be having their annual Cookie Walk so you can purchase some delicious home baked cookies to take home.
How do I get to St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Hawthorn Woods?
St Matthew Lutheran is located at 24500 N. Old McHenry Road in Hawthorn Woods, Illinois (see map below.)
I have never been to a Do-It-Yourself Messiah. What should I expect?
Sometimes called a Sing Along Messiah, this musical presentation of the First Part of Handel’s Messiah includes several solo parts interspersed with several choral parts. Professional vocalists will perform the solo parts. The audience is also the chorus and will sing those choral parts under the direction of our conductor, Mr. Joel Jamison. We will have both an organ and a piano accompanist for all musical parts. You will be asked which part that you will be singing when you order tickets.
- Soprano: Higher female voice
- Alto: Lower female voice
- Tenor: Higher male voice
- Baritone: Lower male voice
If you don't wish to sing, you are welcome to come and just listen to the beautiful performance!
I don’t know the music very well or at all. How can I get acquainted with it?
Download either the Choruses alone or download for purchase the entire scores. See the Music tab for more details. Listen to Part 1 of the oratorio HERE Listen to the Hallelujah Chorus HERE
May I bring my own Messiah score?
Yes! Please download a copy for your electronic device or to print out. Check under “The Music” for more details on how to do this. There will be a limited number of paper copies available for use at the performance.
Is St. Matthew Church ADA Accessible?
Yes.
Are children welcome to attend?
Yes, we would love to share this beautiful music with children. It will be about 1 and 1/2 hours long with no intermission.
How will participants be seated?
To achieve the best musical experience, the main floor of the church sanctuary will be divided into four areas; the soprano area, the alto area, the tenor area and the baritone area. You will sit in your voice range area. If you don't wish to sing, you are welcome to come, sit where you're comfortable, and listen to the beautiful performance!
Will there be food/refreshments after the performance?
Yes, we will have fellowship and refreshments Luther Hall after the performance. The Women’s Guild will also be having their annual Cookie Walk so you can purchase some delicious home baked cookies to take home.
How do I get to St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Hawthorn Woods?
St Matthew Lutheran is located at 24500 N. Old McHenry Road in Hawthorn Woods, Illinois (see map below.)
