Immerse yourself in the divine harmonies and masterful compositions of George Frideric Handel with the eagerly anticipated release, "Handel: Chandos Anthems." Set to grace the classical music scene on June 27, 2025, this album is a testament to Handel's enduring genius and his profound ability to blend sacred texts with sublime music.
Comprising seven anthems, each a jewel in its own right, this collection showcases Handel's early choral works, written for the esteemed musical establishment of the first Duke of Chandos. The anthems draw their texts primarily from the Psalms, offering a spiritual journey through Handel's interpretation of these timeless scriptures.
The album opens with the resplendent "O Sing Unto the Lord a New Song," a piece that sets the tone for the rest of the collection with its grandeur and majesty. It continues with the introspective "Have Mercy Upon Me, O God," a deeply moving exploration of penitence and redemption. The collection culminates in the triumphant "Let God Arise," a powerful anthem that leaves a lasting impression.
Under the expert guidance of conductor Jonathan Cohen, the Chandos Anthems are brought to life with precision and passion. The album's duration of 75 minutes is a testament to Handel's ability to sustain musical interest and emotional engagement throughout extended works.
Recorded by the renowned Alpha Classics label, this album promises to be a high-quality production, capturing the richness and depth of Handel's compositions. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of Handel, "Handel: Chandos Anthems" offers a captivating exploration of some of the composer's most inspiring choral works. Prepare to be transported to the opulent world of 18th-century England, where Handel's music resonated through the halls of the Duke of Chandos's estate, and experience the timeless beauty of these sacred anthems.
2025 Alpha Classics / Outhere Music France2025 Arcangelo & Alpha Classics / Outhere Music France
Tracks
O Sing Unto the Lord a New Song, HWV 249b: I. Sonata. Grave - AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
O Sing Unto the Lord a New Song, HWV 249b: II. O Sing Unto the LordGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Hilary Cronin
O Sing Unto the Lord a New Song, HWV 249b: III. Declare His Honour Unto the HeathenGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
O Sing Unto the Lord a New Song, HWV 249b: IV. The Waves of the Sea Rage HorriblyGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Hugo Hymas
O Sing Unto the Lord a New Song, HWV 249b: V. O Worship the Lord in the Beauty of HolinessGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Hilary Cronin, Samuel Boden
O Sing Unto the Lord a New Song, HWV 249b: VI. Let the Whole Earth Stand in AweGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
O Sing Unto the Lord a New Song, HWV 249b: VII. Let the Heav’ns RejoiceGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
Have Mercy Upon Me, O God, HWV 248: I. Sonata. Andante - AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
Have Mercy Upon Me, O God, HWV 248: II. Have Mercy Upon Me, O GodGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Deborah Cachet, Hugo Hymas, Raoul Steffani
Have Mercy Upon Me, O God, HWV 248: III. Wash Me Throughly From My WickednessGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Deborah Cachet, Raoul Steffani
Have Mercy Upon Me, O God, HWV 248: IV. For I Acknowledge My FaultsGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Raoul Steffani
Have Mercy Upon Me, O God, HWV 248: V. Against Thee Only Have I SinnedGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Hugo Hymas
Have Mercy Upon Me, O God, HWV 248: VI. Thou Shalt Make Me Hear of Joy and GladnessGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
Have Mercy Upon Me, O God, HWV 248: VII. Make Me a Clean Heart, O GodGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Deborah Cachet
Have Mercy Upon Me, O God, HWV 248: VIII. Then Shall I Teach Thy WaysGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
As Pants the Hart, HWV 251b: I. Sonata. Larghetto - AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
As Pants the Hart, HWV 251b: II. As Pants the Hart for Cooling StreamsGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Hilary Cronin, Samuel Boden, Raoul Steffani
As Pants the Hart, HWV 251b: III. Tears Are My Daily FoodGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Hilary Cronin
As Pants the Hart, HWV 251b: IV. Now When I Think ThereuponGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Samuel Boden
As Pants the Hart, HWV 251b: V. In the Voice of Praise and ThanksgivingGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
As Pants the Hart, HWV 251b: VI. Why So Full of Grief, O My Soul?George Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Deborah Cachet, Samuel Boden
As Pants the Hart, HWV 251b: VII. Put Thy Trust in GodGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Hugo Hymas
Let God Arise, HWV 256a: I. Symphony. Larghetto - Allegro ma non prestoGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen
Let God Arise, HWV 256a: II. Let God ariseGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Daniel Collins, Matthew Long
Let God Arise, HWV 256a: III. Like as the Smoke VanishethGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Daniel Collins, Hugo Hymas, Matthew Long
Let God Arise, HWV 256a: IV. Let the Righteous Be GladGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Hilary Cronin, Daniel Collins, Matthew Long
Let God Arise, HWV 256a: V. O Sing Unto GodGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Daniel Collins, Matthew Long
Let God Arise, HWV 256a: VI. Praised Be the LordGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Hilary Cronin, Daniel Collins, Samuel Boden, Hugo Hymas, Matthew Long, William Gaunt
Let God Arise, HWV 256a: VII. At Thy Rebuke, O GodGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Daniel Collins, Matthew Long
Let God Arise, HWV 256a: VIII. Blessed Be GodGeorge Frideric Handel, Arcangelo, Jonathan Cohen, Daniel Collins, Matthew Long
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