Now nearing its 24th year, this FREE Bloomington Christmas tradition draws hundreds of area singers (and listeners) who come together to sing Part One and the “Hallelujah Chorus” of Handel's beloved oratorio, Messiah. Conductor Gerald Sousa, now in his 24th year as Music Director/Conductor of Bloomington Chamber Singers, will lead the combined singers and a chamber orchestra.This year BCS will offer two opportunities to experience this great work:Sunday, December 9th, 2012 at 3pm at the First Presbyterian Church in Martinville; andSunday, December 9th, 2012 at 7pm at St. Mark's United Methodists Church in Bloomington.Admission is free, but please bring a canned good to contribute towards a local food bank donation.