HUDDERSFIELD CHORAL SOCIETY

The Huddersfield Choral Society, led by Sir Malcolm Sargent, performed Handel's Messiah in Vienna. Their final rehearsal preceded two concerts that received enthusiastic applause. The choir's performance was recognized as a major highlight of the Vienna Festival.

Who was the conductor for the Huddersfield Choral Society's performance in Vienna?

• Sir Andrew Davis

• Sir John Eliot Gardiner

• Sir Simon Rattle

• Sir Malcolm Sargent

What was the purpose of the final rehearsal mentioned in the transcript?

• To prepare for a recording session

• To finalize the choir's attire

• To rehearse before two concerts

• To practice a new composition

What was the expected reaction to the concerts as per the transcript?

• A polite applause

• A rapturous ovation

• A standing ovation

• A critical review

Which festival was the choir's performance a highlight of?

• Bayreuth Festival

• Salzburg Festival

• Edinburgh Festival

• Vienna Festival

How was the choir's performance recognized at the festival?

• As a controversial act

• As a traditional performance

• As a minor event

• As a major highlight