Experience the timeless masterpiece "Der Messias" by George Frideric Handel, a monumental work in the classical choral repertoire. This 2022 release by Warner Music Group and X5 Music Group offers a comprehensive journey through Handel's iconic oratorio, originally composed in 1742. Spanning over two hours and nineteen minutes, this album features the renowned "Hallelujah" chorus and a rich tapestry of solos, duets, and choral pieces that showcase the depth and breadth of Handel's musical genius.
The album includes all three parts of Handel's "Messiah," meticulously performed by a stellar ensemble of soloists and chorus, accompanied by a full orchestra. From the stirring opening "Sinfony" to the triumphant finale "But Thanks Be to God," each track is a testament to Handel's ability to convey profound spiritual themes through music. The album's highlight is the iconic "Hallelujah" chorus, a piece that has become synonymous with Handel's name and continues to inspire audiences worldwide.
"Der Messias" is not just a collection of beautiful music; it is a historical and cultural landmark. Handel's oratorio has been performed and celebrated for centuries, and this recording captures the essence of its enduring appeal. The album's detailed tracklist includes a variety of vocal styles and orchestrations, from the soothing "Comfort Ye My People" to the dramatic "Why Do the Nations."
This album is a perfect addition to any classical music collection, offering a rich listening experience that highlights Handel's compositional skill and the timeless beauty of his music. Whether you are a seasoned Handel enthusiast or a newcomer to his work, "Der Messias" promises an enriching and uplifting experience.
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Tracks
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 1: Sinfony. Grave - Allegro ModeratoGeorge Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 1: Comfort Ye My People (Tenor)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Robert Tear, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 1: Air. Ev'ry Valley Shall Be Exalted (Tenor)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Robert Tear, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 1: And the Glory of the Lord (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 2: Thus Saith the Lord (Bass)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Benjamin Luxon, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 2: Air. But Who May Abide? (Alto)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, James Bowman, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 2: And He Shall Purify (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 3: Recitative. Behold! a Virgin Shall Conceive (Alto)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, James Bowman, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 3: Air. O Thou That Tellest (Alto)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, James Bowman, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 3: O Thou That Tellest (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 3: For Behold, Darkness Shall Cover the Earth (Bass)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Benjamin Luxon, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 3: Air. The People That Walked in Darkness (Bass)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Benjamin Luxon, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 3: For Unto Us a Child Is Born (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 4: Pifa (Pastoral Symphony). LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 4: Glory to God (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 4: Recitative. There Were Shepherds Abiding in the Field (Soprano)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 5: Air. Rejoice Greatly, O Daughter of Zion (Soprano)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 5: Recitative. Then Shall the Eyes of the Blind Be Opened (Alto)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, James Bowman, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 5: Duet. He Shall Feed His Flock ... Come Unto Him All Ye That Labour (Soprano & Alto)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, James Bowman, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1 Scene 5: His Yoke Is Easy (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 1: Behold the Lamb of God (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 1: Air. He Was Despised (Alto)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, James Bowman, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 1: Surely He Has Borne Our Griefs (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 1: And with His Stripes (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 1: All We Like Sheep (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 1: All They That See Him (Tenor)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Robert Tear, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 1: He Trusted in God (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 1: Thy Rebuke Hath Broken His Heart (Tenor)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Robert Tear, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 1: Air. Behold, and See (Tenor)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Robert Tear, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 2: Recitative. He Was Cut Off (Tenor)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Robert Tear, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 2: Air. But Thou Didst Not Leave (Tenor)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Robert Tear, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 3: Lift up Your Heads (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 4: Recitative. Unto Which of the Angels (Tenor)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Robert Tear, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 4: Let All the Angels of God (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 5: Air. Thou Art Gone Up on High (Alto)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, James Bowman, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 5: The Lord Gave the Word (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 5: Air. How Beautiful Are the Feet (Soprano)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 5: Their Sound Is Gone Out (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 6: Air. Why Do the Nations (Bass)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Benjamin Luxon, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 6: Let Us Break Their Bonds Asunder (ChorusGeorge Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 6: Recitative. He That Dwelleth in Heaven (Tenor)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Robert Tear, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 7: Air. Thou Shalt Break Them (Tenor)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Robert Tear, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2 Scene 1: Air. I Know That My Redeemer Liveth (Soprano)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2: No. 44, Hallelujah (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 3 Scene 1: Since by Man Came Death (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 3 Scene 2: Behold I Tell You a Mystery (Bass)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Benjamin Luxon, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 3 Scene 2: Air. The Trumpet Shall Sound (Bass)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Benjamin Luxon, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 3 Scene 3: Recitative. Then Shall Be Brought to Pass (Alto)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, James Bowman, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 3 Scene 3: Duet. O Death, Where Is Thy Sting (Alto & Tenor)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, James Bowman, Robert Tear, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 3 Scene 3: But Thanks Be to God (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Sir David Willcocks, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
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