Handel’s ‘Messiah’ wasn’t meant to be Christmas music, but it still became a Chicago holiday staple

Source Chicago Tribune
Original Load Date Dec. 14, 2025, 6:01 a.m.
Last Updated Dec. 14, 2025, 6:01 a.m.
Original URL https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/14/handels-messiah-diy-chicago/

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Some Chicagoans came to appreciate “Messiah” as a piece of music with appeal that extended beyond its Christian themes. Already have an account [ Log In ][35] This article is only available to subscribers New Year Sale ### Standard Digital $1 for 1 year [ Get this offer ][36] [ ][37] Offer...