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"A Baroque Landscape" - Handel, Vivaldi & More

George Frideric HandelGeorge Frideric Handel
"A Baroque Landscape" - Handel, Vivaldi & More - George Frideric Handel

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the opulent world of Baroque music with "A Baroque Landscape" by George Frideric Handel, a captivating journey through the golden age of classical composition. This exquisite collection, set for release on March 11, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, is a testament to Handel's enduring genius and his profound influence on the classical music landscape.

Spanning a generous 1 hour and 39 minutes, this album is a meticulously curated selection of Handel's most celebrated works, alongside pieces from his contemporaries, offering a rich tapestry of choral, orchestral, and operatic masterpieces. From the lively rhythms of "Water Music" to the serene beauty of "The Four Seasons," each track is a testament to the composer's unparalleled skill and innovation.

The album features a diverse range of compositions, including concertos, suites, and arias, showcasing Handel's versatility and mastery of various musical forms. Highlights include the iconic "Messiah," the lively "Music for the Royal Fireworks," and the intricate "The Art of Fugue," each piece performed with precision and passion.

"A Baroque Landscape" is not just an album; it's an experience. It's a chance to explore the grandeur and elegance of the Baroque era, to appreciate the timeless beauty of Handel's music, and to discover the enduring appeal of classical music. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a rewarding and enriching listening experience. So, sit back, relax, and let the enchanting melodies of George Frideric Handel transport you to a world of musical splendor.

© 2025 UMG Recordings, Inc.℗ 2025 UMG Recordings, Inc. FP

Tracks

  1. Water Music Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: II. Adagio e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
  2. The Four Seasons, Spring, Violin Concerto in E Major, RV 269, Op. 8 No. 1: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Janine Jansen, Candida Thompson, Henk Rubingh, Julian Rachlin, Stacey Watton, Maarten Jansen, Liz Kenny, Jan Jansen
  3. The Art of Fugue, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus XIIIa a 3 rectusJohann Sebastian Bach, Tatiana Nikolayeva
  4. Canon in D Major, P. 37Johann Pachelbel, Edward Brewer, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
  5. 12 Concerti grossi, Op. 6 - Concerto grosso in Bb major, Op. 6, No. 7: 1. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Handel and Haydn Society, Christopher Hogwood
  6. Water Music, Suites 2 & 3 in D/G, HWV 348: IX. Country Dance (I/II)George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
  7. Concerto for 2 Violins in D Major, RV 511: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Viktoria Mullova, Giuliano Carmignola, Venice Baroque Orchestra, Andrea Marcon
  8. The Art of Fugue, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus XIIIb a 3 inversusJohann Sebastian Bach, Tatiana Nikolayeva
  9. 12 Concerti grossi, Op. 6 - Concerto grosso in A minor, Op. 6, No. 4: 4. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Handel and Haydn Society, Christopher Hogwood
  10. Concerto a 5 in G, Op. 7, No. 4 for Strings and Continuo: 2. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, I Musici
  11. 12 Concerti grossi, Op. 6 - Concerto grosso in B minor, Op. 6, No. 12: 1. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Handel and Haydn Society, Christopher Hogwood
  12. The Art of Fugue, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus VJohann Sebastian Bach, Tatiana Nikolayeva
  13. 12 Concerti grossi, Op. 6 - Concerto grosso in E minor, Op. 6, No. 3: 2. AndanteGeorge Frideric Handel, Handel and Haydn Society, Christopher Hogwood
  14. 12 Concerti grossi, Op. 6 - Concerto grosso in G minor, Op. 6, No. 6: 2. Tempo giustoGeorge Frideric Handel, Handel and Haydn Society, Christopher Hogwood
  15. French Suite No. 1 in D Minor, BWV 812: IV. Menuet I - IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrei Gavrilov
  16. Music for The Royal Fireworks, HWV351: La RéjouissanceGeorge Frideric Handel, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Lorin Maazel
  17. 12 Concerti grossi, Op. 6 - Concerto grosso in E minor, Op. 6, No. 3: 5. Allegro, ma non troppoGeorge Frideric Handel, Handel and Haydn Society, Christopher Hogwood
  18. French Suite No. 1 in D Minor, BWV 812: I. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrei Gavrilov
  19. Minuet in G Major (Prev. Attrib. J.S. Bach as BWV Anh. 114)Christian Petzold, Lang Lang
  20. French Suite No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 813: IX. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrei Gavrilov
  21. Les indes galantes / Act 9: IV.14 Danse des Sauvages - LiveJean-Philippe Rameau, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
  22. Partie (Suite) in G Major: II. AllemandeJohann Pachelbel, Henk Bouman, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
  23. The Art of Fugue, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus IIIJohann Sebastian Bach, Tatiana Nikolayeva
  24. French Suite No. 3 in B Minor, BWV 814: VI. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrei Gavrilov
  25. Oboe Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, HWV 302a: I. VivaceGeorge Frideric Handel, David Reichenberg, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
  26. Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: I. OuvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
  27. Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: XIII. "Pifa (Pastoral Symphony)"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
  28. French Suite No. 3 in B Minor, BWV 814: IV. AnglaiseJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrei Gavrilov
  29. The Art of Fugue, BWV 1080: Contrapunctus IX a 4 alla duodecimaJohann Sebastian Bach, Tatiana Nikolayeva
  30. 12 Concerti grossi, Op. 6 - Concerto grosso in B minor, Op. 6, No. 12: 5. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Handel and Haydn Society, Christopher Hogwood
  31. French Suite No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 813: V. Menuet I - VI. Menuet IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrei Gavrilov
  32. 12 Concerti grossi, Op. 6 - Concerto grosso in D major, Op. 6, No. 5: 4. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Handel and Haydn Society, Christopher Hogwood
  33. Concerto Grosso in G Minor, Op. 6, No. 8, "Fatto per la Notte di Natale": III. Adagio - Allegro - AdagioArcangelo Corelli, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, Naoko Tanaka, Eric Wyrick, Eric Bartlett, Edward Brewer
  34. Water Music Suite: Bourrée. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Lorin Maazel
  35. French Suite No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 815: V. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrei Gavrilov
  36. 12 Concerti grossi, Op. 6 - Concerto grosso in C minor, Op. 6, No. 8: 2. GraveGeorge Frideric Handel, Handel and Haydn Society, Christopher Hogwood
  37. Gloria in Excelsis Deo: Domine DeusGeorge Frideric Handel, Gillian Keith, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
  38. French Suite No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 815: IV. GavotteJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrei Gavrilov
  39. 12 Concerti grossi, Op. 6 - Concerto grosso in E minor, Op. 6, No. 3: 1. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Handel and Haydn Society, Christopher Hogwood
  40. Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6, No. 8, "Fatto per la Notte di Natale": I. Vivace - GraveArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
  41. Music for the Royal Fireworks: Suite HWV 351: V. Menuet IGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
  42. Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: V. A tempo ordinarioGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
  43. French Suite No. 3 in B Minor, BWV 814: VII. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrei Gavrilov
  44. 12 Concerti grossi, Op. 6 - Concerto grosso in F major, Op. 6, No. 2: 4. Allegro, ma non troppoGeorge Frideric Handel, Handel and Haydn Society, Christopher Hogwood
  45. 12 Concerti grossi, Op. 6 - Concerto grosso in F major, Op. 6, No. 9: 6. GigueGeorge Frideric Handel, Handel and Haydn Society, Christopher Hogwood
  46. French Suite No. 1 in D Minor, BWV 812: II. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrei Gavrilov
  47. Concerto in D Major, HWV 335a: III. Allegro ma non troppoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
  48. French Suite No. 4 in E-Flat Major, BWV 815: II. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrei Gavrilov
  49. Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: VI. Alla breve. ModeratoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
  50. Oboe Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, HWV 302a: II. Fuga (Allegro)George Frideric Handel, David Reichenberg, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
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About George Frideric Handel

George Frideric Handel, born in 1685 in Halle, Germany, is one of the most celebrated composers of the Baroque era, renowned for his enduring influence on classical music. His prolific career spanned various genres, including operas, oratorios, anthems, and concerti grossi. Handel's compositions, such as the iconic 'Water Music' and 'Music for the Royal Fireworks', continue to captivate audiences today. After settling in London in 1712, he became a prominent figure in British musical life, leaving an indelible mark on the country's cultural landscape. Handel's works are celebrated for their grandeur and emotional depth, making him a cornerstone of the Baroque period and a symbol of European musical heritage. His final resting place is in the south transept of Westminster Abbey, a testament to his enduring legacy.

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