Experience the timeless genius of George Frideric Handel with "Handel: Highlights From 'Messiah'." This captivating album, released on January 1, 1985, under the ImpDigital label, offers a selection of the most beloved arias and choruses from Handel's monumental oratorio. Spanning just over 53 minutes, this choral masterpiece showcases the composer's unparalleled ability to blend vocal and instrumental elements in a way that has captivated audiences for centuries.
Handel, one of the most influential composers of the Baroque era, is renowned for his works such as "Water Music" and "Music for the Royal Fireworks," but "Messiah" stands as one of his most enduring legacies. This album features iconic pieces like "Hallelujah," "For Unto Us a Child is Born," and "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth," each performed with a depth and clarity that highlights the intricate beauty of Handel's compositions.
The album is a testament to Handel's mastery of the choral form, with each track showcasing the rich harmonies and powerful dynamics that have made "Messiah" a staple of the classical repertoire. Whether you're a seasoned fan of Handel's music or a newcomer to the world of classical choral works, "Handel: Highlights From 'Messiah'" is an essential addition to any music collection.
1985 ImpDigital1985 ImpDigital
Tracks
Messiah: "Overture"George Frideric Handel, Scottish Chamber Orchestra, Henry Herford, George Malcolm, Felicity Lott, Glenn Winslade
Messiah: "Comfort Ye People - Every Valley"George Frideric Handel, Scottish Chamber Orchestra, George Malcolm, Felicity Lott, Glenn Winslade, Henry Herford
Messiah: "And The Glory of God"George Frideric Handel, Scottish Chamber Orchestra, George Malcolm, Felicity Lott, Glenn Winslade, Henry Herford
Messiah: "For Unto Us a Child is Born"George Frideric Handel, Scottish Chamber Orchestra, George Malcolm, Henry Herford, Felicity Lott, Glenn Winslade
Messiah: "There Were Shepherds Abiding in the Fields"George Frideric Handel, Scottish Chamber Orchestra, George Malcolm, Felicity Lott, Glenn Winslade, Henry Herford
Messiah: "He Was Despised and Rejected"George Frideric Handel, Scottish Chamber Orchestra, Glenn Winslade, Felicity Lott, Henry Herford, George Malcolm
Messiah: "Hallelujah"George Frideric Handel, Scottish Chamber Orchestra, Henry Herford, George Malcolm, Felicity Lott, Glenn Winslade
Messiah: "I know That My Redeemer Liveth"George Frideric Handel, Scottish Chamber Orchestra, Glenn Winslade, Felicity Lott, Henry Herford, George Malcolm
Messiah: "Behold I Tell You a Mystery / A Trumpet Shall Sound"George Frideric Handel, Scottish Chamber Orchestra, George Malcolm, Felicity Lott, Henry Herford, Glenn Winslade
Messiah: "Worthy Is The Lamb / Amen"George Frideric Handel, Scottish Chamber Orchestra, Henry Herford, George Malcolm, Felicity Lott, Glenn Winslade