On Good Friday. 14th April 1876, the Royal Choral Society gave its first performance of Handel's Messiah at the Royal Albert Hall starting an annual tradition that continues today, interrupted only by the Blitz in 1940-41 and the Covid 19 pandemic in 2020-21. Hearing the spine tingling choruses of the UK's favourite choral work performed live by voices and full orchestra in the magnificent surroundings of London's famous concert hall is an unmatchable experience.
This performance will be conducted by the Royal Choral Society's Music Director Richard Cooke, and the choir will be accompanied by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra with a quartet of superb soloists.
Messiah 3rd April 2026 Matinee
Coach Pick-up Times
1. Crowthorne – Body Image/Iron Duke: 11.30am
2. Crowthorne – Dukes Ride: 11.35
3. Nine-Mile Ride: (bus stop at 302) 11.38
4. Ratepayers Hall: 11.40
5. Luckley Oakfield: 11.45
6. Rose Street 11.55
7. 'The Three Frogs' 12.00
Show commences: 2.30pm
Cost to Members: £69