Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Baroque and Classical masterpieces with Simon Preston's exquisite 1978 album. This captivating collection features works by two of the most revered composers in music history, George Frideric Handel and Joseph Haydn, performed with unparalleled skill and artistry.
The album opens with Handel's "Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne, HWV 74," a celebratory piece that showcases the composer's mastery of choral writing and his ability to evoke joy and grandeur. The ode is followed by Handel's "Anthem For the Foundling Hospital, HWV 268," a poignant and uplifting work that reflects the composer's deep concern for the welfare of the poor and needy.
The second half of the album is dedicated to Haydn's "Missa Brevis in F Major, Hob.XXII: 1," a concise yet powerful setting of the Mass that demonstrates Haydn's ingenuity and musical prowess. The Missa Brevis is performed with clarity and precision, highlighting the intricate interplay between the voices and instruments.
Simon Preston, renowned for his dynamic and expressive conducting, leads the ensemble with a keen ear for detail and a deep understanding of the music. The performances are marked by their technical virtuosity and their ability to convey the full range of human emotion, from joy and exultation to sorrow and contemplation.
Recorded in 1978 and released under the Decca Music Group Ltd. label, this album is a testament to the enduring power of great music and the skill of its interpreters. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to delight and inspire. With a duration of 1 hour and 8 minutes, it offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that will leave you eager to explore more of the works featured.
Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne, HWV 74: Eternal source of lightGeorge Frideric Handel, James Bowman, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston
Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne, HWV 74: Let all the winged race with joyGeorge Frideric Handel, Judith Nelson, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston
Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne, HWV 74: Let flocks and herds their fear forgotGeorge Frideric Handel, Shirley Minty, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston, Judith Nelson
Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne, HWV 74: Let rolling streams their gladness showGeorge Frideric Handel, James Bowman, David Thomas, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston
Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne, HWV 74: Kind health descends on downy wingsGeorge Frideric Handel, Judith Nelson, Shirley Minty, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston
Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne, HWV 74: Let Envy then conceal her headGeorge Frideric Handel, David Thomas, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston
Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne, HWV 74: United nations shall combineGeorge Frideric Handel, James Bowman, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston
Anthem For the Foundling Hospital, HWV 268: Blessed are they that considereth the poor and needyGeorge Frideric Handel, Martyn Hill, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston
Anthem For the Foundling Hospital, HWV 268: Blessed are they... They deliver the poor that criethGeorge Frideric Handel, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston
Anthem For the Foundling Hospital, HWV 268: O God, who from the suckling's mouthGeorge Frideric Handel, James Bowman, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston
Anthem For the Foundling Hospital, HWV 268: The Charitable shall be had in everlasting remembranceGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, Emma Kirkby, Judith Nelson, James Bowman, Martyn Hill, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Academy of Ancient Music
Anthem For the Foundling Hospital, HWV 268: Comfort them O Lord, when they are sickGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Academy of Ancient Music
Anthem For the Foundling Hospital, HWV 268: The people will tell of their wisdomGeorge Frideric Handel, Judith Nelson, Emma Kirkby, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston
Anthem For the Foundling Hospital, HWV 268: Hallelujah!George Frideric Handel, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston
Missa Brevis in F Major, Hob.XXII: 1: KyrieJoseph Haydn, Judith Nelson, Emma Kirkby, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston
Missa Brevis in F Major, Hob.XXII: 1: GloriaJoseph Haydn, Judith Nelson, Emma Kirkby, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston
Missa Brevis in F Major, Hob.XXII: 1: CredoJoseph Haydn, Judith Nelson, Emma Kirkby, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston
Missa Brevis in F Major, Hob.XXII: 1: SanctusJoseph Haydn, Judith Nelson, Emma Kirkby, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston
Missa Brevis in F Major, Hob.XXII: 1: BenedictusJoseph Haydn, Judith Nelson, Emma Kirkby, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston
Missa Brevis in F Major, Hob.XXII: 1: Agnus DeiJoseph Haydn, Judith Nelson, Emma Kirkby, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford, Academy of Ancient Music, Simon Preston
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