Experience the timeless masterpiece "The Messiah, HWV 56" by George Frideric Handel, a monumental work that has captivated audiences for centuries. This two-disc set, released on November 22, 2019, under the Alia Vox label, offers a comprehensive journey through Handel's iconic oratorio, meticulously performed and recorded.
"The Messiah" is divided into three parts, each a profound exploration of Handel's compositional genius. The album opens with the stirring "Sinfony Overture," a French overture that sets the stage with its slow, majestic opening followed by a lively fugue. The subsequent tracks weave together recitatives, arias, and choruses, each bringing to life the powerful narrative of the Messiah.
The album features a stellar cast of performers, including renowned soloists and choruses, who bring depth and passion to every note. The English Arts Orchestra and the English Arts Chorale deliver a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply moving, capturing the essence of Handel's vision.
With a duration of over two hours, this album is a substantial and rewarding listen, perfect for those who appreciate the richness of classical choral music. Whether you are a seasoned Handel enthusiast or a newcomer to his work, "The Messiah, HWV 56" is a compelling addition to any music collection. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Handel's orchestration and the beauty of his vocal writing, and experience the enduring appeal of this timeless masterpiece.
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Tracks
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Sinfony Overture Grave. Allegro moderatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Recitative Accompagnato "Comfort ye My People"George Frideric Handel, Nicholas Mulroy, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Air "Ev’ry Valley Shall Be Exalted"George Frideric Handel, Nicholas Mulroy, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Chorus "And the Glory of The Lord"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Recitative Accompagnato: Thus Saith The LordGeorge Frideric Handel, Matthias Winckhler, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Air "But Who May Abide the Day of His Coming?George Frideric Handel, Damien Guillon, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Chorus "And He Shall Purify"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Recitative "Behold, A Virgin Shall Conceive"George Frideric Handel, Damien Guillon, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Air & Chorus "O Thou That Tellest Good Tidings to Zion"George Frideric Handel, Damien Guillon, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Recitative Accompagnato "For, Behold, Darkness Shall Cover the Earth"George Frideric Handel, Matthias Winckhler, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Air "The People That Walked in Darkness"George Frideric Handel, Matthias Winckhler, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Chorus "For Unto Us a Child Is Born"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Pifa "Pastoral Symphony"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Recitative "There Were Shepherds Abiding in the Field"George Frideric Handel, Rachel Redmond, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Recitative Accompagnato "And, lo, The Angel of the Lord Came Upon Them"George Frideric Handel, Rachel Redmond, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Recitative "And the Angel Said Unto Them"George Frideric Handel, Rachel Redmond, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Chorus "Glory to God"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Air "Rejoice Greatly, O Daughter of Zion"George Frideric Handel, Rachel Redmond, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Recitative "Then Shall the Eyes of the Blind"George Frideric Handel, Damien Guillon, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Air "He Shall Feed His Flock"George Frideric Handel, Rachel Redmond, Damien Guillon, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part I: Chorus "His Yoke Is Easy"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Chorus "Behold the Lamb of God"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Air "He Was Despised"George Frideric Handel, Damien Guillon, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Chorus "Surely He Hath Borne Our Griefs"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Chorus "And With His Stripes We Are Healed"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Chorus "All We Like Sheep Have Gone Astray"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Recitative Accompagnato "All They That See Him, Laugh Him to Scorn"George Frideric Handel, Nicholas Mulroy, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Chorus "He Trusted in God"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Recitative Accompagnato "Thy Rebuke Hath Broken His Heart"George Frideric Handel, Nicholas Mulroy, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Air "Behold, And See if There Be Any Sorrow"George Frideric Handel, Nicholas Mulroy, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Recitative Accompagnato "He Was Cut Off Out of the Land of the Living"George Frideric Handel, Nicholas Mulroy, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Air "But Thou Didst Not Leave His Soul in Hell"George Frideric Handel, Nicholas Mulroy, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Chorus "Lift Up Your Heads, O ye Gates"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Recitative: Unto Which of the Angels Said He at Any Time"George Frideric Handel, Nicholas Mulroy, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Chorus "Let All the Angels of God Worship Him"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Air "Thou Art Gone Up on High"George Frideric Handel, Damien Guillon, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Chorus "The Lord Gave the Word"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Air "How Beautiful Are the Feet"George Frideric Handel, Rachel Redmond, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Chorus "Their Sound Is Gone Out"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Air "Why Do the Nations So Furiously Rage Together?"George Frideric Handel, Matthias Winckhler, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Chorus "Let Us Break Their Bonds Asunder"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Recitative "He That Dwelleth in Heaven"George Frideric Handel, Nicholas Mulroy, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Air "Thou Shalt Break Them"George Frideric Handel, Nicholas Mulroy, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part II: Chorus "Hallelujah"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part III: Air "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth"George Frideric Handel, Rachel Redmond, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part III: Chorus "Since By Man Came Death"George Frideric Handel, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part III: Recitative Accompagnato "Behold, I Tell You a Mystery"George Frideric Handel, Matthias Winckhler, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part III: Air "The Trumpet Shall Sound"George Frideric Handel, Matthias Winckhler, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part III: Recitative "Then Shall Be Bought to Pass"George Frideric Handel, Damien Guillon, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
The Messiah, HWV 56, Part III: Duet "O Death, Where Is Thy Sting?"George Frideric Handel, Damien Guillon, Nicholas Mulroy, Jordi Savall, Le Concert Des Nations
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