Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of George Frideric Handel's "Christmas Concertos," a captivating collection of Baroque masterpieces set to release on November 28, 2024, via UME - Global Clearing House. This album is a celebration of the festive season, featuring a rich tapestry of concertos, arias, and orchestral suites that showcase Handel's unparalleled genius and his enduring influence on classical music.
Spanning a generous 1 hour and 51 minutes, "Christmas Concertos" is a comprehensive journey through Handel's festive repertoire. The album opens with the iconic "Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6, No. 8, 'Fatto per la Notte di Natale,'" a work renowned for its dramatic contrasts and pastoral charm. This is followed by a diverse array of concertos and suites, including the majestic "Solomon, HWV 67," the enchanting "Noëls sur les instruments," and the lively "Concerto for 2 Trumpets, Strings and Continuo in C Major, R. 537."
The album also features beloved works by Johann Sebastian Bach, such as the serene "Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068" and the evocative "Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8, No. 4, RV 297 'L'inverno.'" These pieces, along with others by Handel and his contemporaries, create a harmonious blend of styles and moods, from the jubilant to the contemplative.
"Christmas Concertos" is not just an album; it's an experience that invites you to explore the depths of Handel's musical legacy. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers a wealth of discoveries and delights. So, dim the lights, pour a glass of wine, and let the enchanting melodies of George Frideric Handel transport you to a world of Baroque splendor.
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6, No. 8, "Fatto per la Notte di Natale": I. Vivace - GraveArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6, No. 8, "Fatto per la Notte di Natale": II. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6, No. 8, "Fatto per la Notte di Natale": III. Adagio - Allegro - AdagioArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6, No. 8, "Fatto per la Notte di Natale": IV. VivaceArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6, No. 8, "Fatto per la Notte di Natale": V. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6, No. 8, "Fatto per la Notte di Natale": VI. Pastorale: LargoArcangelo Corelli, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Solomon, HWV 67 / Act III: Sinfonia "The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Noëls sur les instruments, H 531, 534: I. Vous qui désirez sans finMarc-Antoine Charpentier, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Noëls sur les instruments, H 531, 534: II. A la venue de NoëlMarc-Antoine Charpentier, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Noëls sur les instruments, H 531, 534: III. Or nous dites, MarieMarc-Antoine Charpentier, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Noëls sur les i nstruments, H 531, 534: IV. Où s'en vont ces gais bergers?Marc-Antoine Charpentier, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto Pastorale in G Major: I. Larghetto - Allegro e forte - (Larghetto)Johann Melchior Molter, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Concerto Pastorale In G Major: II. a tempo giusto - Lento e sempre piano - Tempo die MenuettoJohann Melchior Molter, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Concerto for 2 Trumpets, Strings and Continuo in C Major, R. 537: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Mark Bennett, Michael Harrison, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for 2 Trumpets, Strings and Continuo in C Major, R. 537: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Mark Bennett, Michael Harrison, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for 2 Trumpets, Strings and Continuo in C Major, R. 537: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Mark Bennett, Michael Harrison, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto Grosso in G Minor, Op. 5, No. 6: Pastorale In G Major - Andante SostenutoGiuseppe Sammartini, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto polonois in G Major for Strings and B.C. (43:G7): I. DolceGeorg Philipp Telemann, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto polonois in G Major for Strings and B.C., TWV43:G7: II. AllegroGeorg Philipp Telemann, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto polonois in G Major for Strings and B.C. (43:G7): III. LargoGeorg Philipp Telemann, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto polonois in G Major for Strings and B.C. (43:G7): IV. AllegroGeorg Philipp Telemann, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: I. OuvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: II. Allegro ma non troppoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: III. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: IV. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: V. A tempo ordinarioGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: VI. Alla breve. ModeratoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a due cori No. 1, HWV 332: VII. Menuet (Allegro)George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. AirJohann Sebastian Bach, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8, No. 4, RV 297 "L'inverno": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Oboe Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, HWV 302a: III. AndanteGeorge Frideric Handel, David Reichenberg, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Canon and Gigue in D Major: I. CanonJohann Pachelbel, Henk Bouman, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Canon and Gigue in D Major: II. GigueJohann Pachelbel, Henk Bouman, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VII. MenuetJohann Sebastian Bach, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music, Suites 2 & 3 in D/G, HWV 348: VIII. AndanteGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Oboe Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, HWV 301: I. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, David Reichenberg, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in C Minor, Op. 6, No. 8 HWV 326: IV. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock
Sonata No.2 In E Flat Major, BWV 1031: 2. SicilianoJohann Sebastian Bach, Wilbert Hazelzet, Henk Bouman
Concerto for Recorder and Strings in A minor: I. Largo- Staccato e dolceDomenico Sarro, Gudrun Heyens, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Flute Concerto in G Minor, Op. 10/2, RV 439 "La notte": III. Largo – IV. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Andreas Blau, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: 5. BourréeJohann Sebastian Bach, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Water Music, Suites 2 & 3 in D/G, HWV 348: VII. Menuet (I)George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in G Major, Op. 3, No. 3 HWV 314: II. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major, BWV. 1047: II. AndanteJohann Sebastian Bach, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Sinfonia for Strings and Continuo in G Major, R. 149: I. Allegro moltoAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Sinfonia for Strings and Continuo in G Major, R. 149: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
SiSinfonia for Strings and Continuo in G Major, R. 149: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in D Minor, Op. 3, No. 5 HWV 316: III. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: II. Adagio e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for Violin and Strings in E Major, Op. 8, No. 1, RV 269 "La Primavera": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
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