Immerse yourself in the timeless genius of George Frideric Handel with this exquisite collection of his most beloved works. Released in 2007 by Warner Classics, "Great Handel" is a celebration of the composer's enduring legacy, spanning a variety of genres within the classical realm, including choral and opera.
This album features a diverse selection of arias, duets, and sinfonias from some of Handel's most renowned compositions. From the majestic "Where'er your walk" from "Semele" to the iconic "Ev'ry Valley Shall Be Exalted" from "Messiah," each track showcases Handel's unparalleled mastery of Baroque music. The album also includes lesser-known but equally captivating pieces such as "Frondi tenere" from "Serse" and "Così la tortorella" from "La Resurrezione."
With a duration of just over an hour, "Great Handel" offers a concise yet comprehensive overview of Handel's prolific career. The album's tracklist is a testament to the composer's versatility, featuring works that range from the dramatic to the serene, all performed with exquisite skill and sensitivity. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to Handel's music, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Handel: Semele, HWV 58, Act 2: Air. "Where'er your walk, cool gales shall fan the glade" (Jupiter)George Frideric Handel, Ian Bostridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Harry Bicket
Handel: Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: SinfoniaGeorge Frideric Handel, Ian Bostridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Harry Bicket
Handel: Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1, Scene 1: Aria. "Ev'ry Valley Shall Be Exalted"George Frideric Handel, Ian Bostridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Harry Bicket
Handel: Serse, HWV 40, Act 1, Scene 1: Accompagnato. "Frondi tenere" (Serse)George Frideric Handel, Ian Bostridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Harry Bicket
Handel: Serse, HWV 40, Act 1, Scene 1: Arioso. "Ombra mai fù" (Serse)George Frideric Handel, Ian Bostridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Harry Bicket
Handel: La Resurrezione, HWV 47, Pt. 1: Aria. "Così la tortorella" (San Giovanni)George Frideric Handel, Ian Bostridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Harry Bicket
Handel: Acis and Galatea, HWV 49, Act 2: Air. "Love sounds th'alarm" (Acis)George Frideric Handel, Ian Bostridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Harry Bicket
Handel: Acis and Galatea, HWV 49, Act 1: Air. "Love in her eyes sits playing" (Acis)George Frideric Handel, Ian Bostridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Harry Bicket
Handel: Acis and Galatea, HWV 49, Act 1: Duett. "Happy we!" (Acis, Galatea)George Frideric Handel, Ian Bostridge, Kate Royal, Harry Bicket, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
Handel: Ariodante, HWV 33, Act 2: Aria. "Scherza infida!" (Ariodante)George Frideric Handel, Ian Bostridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Harry Bicket
Handel: Ariodante, HWV 33, Act 3: Aria. "Dopo notte, atra e funesta" (Ariodante)George Frideric Handel, Ian Bostridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Harry Bicket
Handel: Samson, HWV 57, Act 1, Scene 2: Aria. "Total eclipse!" (Samson)George Frideric Handel, Ian Bostridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Harry Bicket
Handel: L'Allegro, il Penseroso ed il Moderato, HWV 55, Pt. 3: Duet. "As steals the morn upon the night"George Frideric Handel, Ian Bostridge, Kate Royal, Harry Bicket, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
Handel: Jephtha, HWV 70, Act 3: Air. "Hide thou thy hated beams" (Jephtha)George Frideric Handel, Ian Bostridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Harry Bicket
Handel: Jephtha, HWV 70, Act 3: Accompagnato. "A father, offering up" (Jephtha)George Frideric Handel, Ian Bostridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Harry Bicket
Handel: Jephtha, HWV 70, Act 3: Air. "Waft her, angels" (Jephtha)George Frideric Handel, Ian Bostridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Harry Bicket
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