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Who Pays for “Messiah”?
Freakonomics Radio
• December 17, 2025
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In the 18th century, Handel relied on royal patronage. Today, it’s donors like Gary Parr who keep the music playing. In this bonus episode of our “Making ‘Messiah’” series, Parr breaks down the economics of the New York Philharmonic.
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