AROUND this time last year I went to Blackburn Cathedral to listen to a performance of Handel's Messiah by Blackburn Music Society, and I can honestly say it was one of the finest musical experiences of my life.

Singing the Messiah must surely be one of this country's greatest festive traditions, and I shall be making another visit this year.

I hope many more people will do the same.

J UTTLEY, Halifax, West Riding.