Handel: Acis and Galatea - George Frideric Handel - Vinyl LP UK

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Handel: Acis and Galatea - George Frideric Handel

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of George Frideric Handel's masterpiece, "Acis and Galatea," a pastoral opera that has captivated audiences for centuries. This 2018 release, brought to you by Chandos, is a stunning rendition of Handel's HWV 49a, featuring the Dunedin Consort & Players under the direction of John Butt. The album spans a captivating 86 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of choral and operatic brilliance.

The story unfolds with the enchanting tale of Galatea's rejection of the giant Polyphemus, leading to a tragic sequence of events that culminate in Acis's transformation into a stream. The performances are led by a stellar cast, including Susan Hamilton as Galatea, Nicholas Mulroy as Acis, and Thomas Hobbs as Damon, each bringing their unique vocal prowess to this iconic work.

From the lively "Sinfonia" that opens the album to the poignant "Chorus. Mourn, All Ye Muses! Weep, All Ye Swains!" that closes it, every track is a testament to Handel's genius and the enduring power of his music. The album is a must-listen for both classical connoisseurs and newcomers alike, offering a profound and moving experience that showcases the very best of Handel's compositions.

1 juni 20182018 Chandos Records2018 Chandos Records

Tracks

Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a: Sinfonia. PrestoGeorge Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company
3:02
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act I: Chorus. Oh, the Pleasure of the Plains! (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Lucy Crowe, Allan Clayton, Benjamin Hulett, Neal Davies, Jeremy Budd, Rowan Pierce
5:07
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act I: Recitative. Ye Verdant Plains and Woody Mountains (Galatea)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Lucy Crowe
0:41
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act I: Air. Hush, Ye Pretty Warbling Choir! (Galatea)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Lucy Crowe
5:57
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act I: Air. Where Shall I Seek the Charming Fair? (Acis)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Allan Clayton
2:50
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act I: Recitative. Stay, Shepherd, Stay! (Damon)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Benjamin Hulett
0:21
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act I: Air. Shepherd, What Art Thou Pursuing? (Damon)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Benjamin Hulett
4:05
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act I: Recitative. Lo, Here My Love, Turn, Galatea, Hither Turn Thy Eye! (Acis)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Allan Clayton
0:21
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act I: Air. Love in Her Eyes Sits Playing (Acis)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Allan Clayton
6:15
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act I: Recitative. Oh, Didst Thou Know the Pains of Absent Love (Galatea)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Lucy Crowe
0:13
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act I: Air. As When the Dove (Galatea)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Lucy Crowe
5:53
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act I: Duet. Happy We! (Acis and Galatea)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Lucy Crowe, Allan Clayton
2:48
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act II: Chorus. Wretched Lovers! Fate Has Past (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Lucy Crowe, Allan Clayton, Benjamin Hulett, Neal Davies, Jeremy Budd, Rowan Pierce
3:55
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act II: Recitative. I Rage - I Melt - I Burn! (Polyphemus)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Neal Davies
1:11
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act II: Air. O Ruddier Than the Cherry (Polyphemus)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Neal Davies
2:51
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act II: Recitative. Whither, Fairest, Art Thou Running (Polyphemus, Galatea)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Neal Davies, Lucy Crowe
1:01
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act II: Air. Cease to Beauty to Be Suing (Polyphemus)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Neal Davies
4:55
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act II: Air. Would You Gain the Tender Creature (Coridon)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Jeremy Budd
5:10
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act II: Recitative. His Hideous Love Provokes My Rage (Acis)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Allan Clayton
0:19
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act II: Air. Love Sounds Th' Alarm (Acis)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Allan Clayton
4:15
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act II: Air. Consider, Fond Shepherd (Damon)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Benjamin Hulett
6:53
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act II: Recitative. Cease, Oh Cease, Thou Gentle Youth (Galatea)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Lucy Crowe
0:26
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act II: Trio. The Flocks Shall Leave the Mountains (Acis and Galatea, Polyphemus)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Lucy Crowe, Allan Clayton, Neal Davies
2:13
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act II: Recitative. Help, Galatea! Help, Ye Parent Gods! (Acis)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Allan Clayton
1:17
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act II: Chorus. Mourn, All Ye Muses! Weep, All Ye Swains! (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Lucy Crowe, Allan Clayton, Benjamin Hulett, Neal Davies, Jeremy Budd, Rowan Pierce
3:01
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act II: Solo and Chorus. Must I My Acis Still Bemoan (Galatea, Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Lucy Crowe, Allan Clayton, Benjamin Hulett, Neal Davies, Jeremy Budd, Rowan Pierce
4:25
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act II: Recitative. Tis Done! Thus I Exert My Pow'r Divine (Galatea)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Lucy Crowe
0:25
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act II: Air. Heart, the Sea of Soft Delight (Galatea)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Lucy Crowe
3:42
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49a, Act II: Chorus. Galatea, Dry Thy Tears (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Christian Curnyn, Early Opera Company, Lucy Crowe, Allan Clayton, Benjamin Hulett, Neal Davies, Jeremy Budd, Rowan Pierce
3:04

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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.