Experience the timeless masterpiece "Messiah Highlights, HWV 56" by George Frideric Handel, a seminal work in the classical choral repertoire. Composed in a remarkable 24 days between August and September 1741, this album presents a selection of the most beloved and powerful arias and choruses from Handel's iconic oratorio. The album, released on Brilliant Classics, features a duration of 1 hour and 6 minutes, encapsulating the essence of Handel's genius.
This collection includes iconic pieces such as the exhilarating "Hallelujah" chorus, the tender "For Unto Us a Child Is Born," and the triumphant "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth." Each track showcases Handel's unparalleled ability to blend vocal and orchestral elements, creating a profound and uplifting musical experience.
Handel's "Messiah" has been a staple in the classical music world for centuries, and this highlights album offers a concise yet comprehensive introduction to its grandeur. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire. The meticulous performance and recording quality ensure that every note resonates with clarity and depth, bringing Handel's vision to life.
2012 Brilliant Classics2006 Brilliant Classics
Tracks
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: SinfoniaGeorge Frideric Handel, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "Comfort Ye My People"George Frideric Handel, John Mark Ainsley, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "Ev'ry Valley Shall Be Exalted"George Frideric Handel, John Mark Ainsley, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "And the Glory of the Lord Shall Be Revealed"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "For Unto Us a Child Is Born"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: PastoraleGeorge Frideric Handel, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "And Suddenly There Was With the Angel"George Frideric Handel, Lynne Dawson, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "Glory to God in the Highest"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "Rejoice Greatly, O Daughter of Zion"George Frideric Handel, Lynne Dawson, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "He Shall Feed His Flock Like a Shepherd"George Frideric Handel, Lynne Dawson, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "His Yoke Is Easy"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2: "He Was Despised and Rejected of Men"George Frideric Handel, Hillary Summers, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2: "Surely He Has Borne Our Griefs and Carried Our Sorrows"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2: "All We Like Sheep Have Gone Astray"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2: "The Lord Gave the Word"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2: "Why Do the Nations?"George Frideric Handel, Alastair Miles, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2: "Hallelujah!"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 3: "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth"George Frideric Handel, Lynne Dawson, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 3: "Worthy Is the Lamb... Amen"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury