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Wednesday 17 December 1997 00:02 GMT

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Described by Samuel Butler as one of the world's "crowning glories", Handel's Messiah is an essential seasonal accompaniment. Tonight the City of London Sinfonia present their annual performance of this sublime choral work, conducted by Steuart Bedford. Tonight, Barbican Hall, London EC2 at 7pm, pounds 7-pounds 25. Box-office: 0171-638 8891

Meanwhile, the prolific Paul Weller and the soulful Carleen Anderson perform live in concert tonight as part of a three-week music festival staged by Midland Bank, giving a spectacular send-off to the Battersea Power Station before it shuts down to be revamped.

Battersea Power Station, Battersea Embankment, London, at 7pm, pounds 19.50. Booking: 0870 908 0888

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