Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of George Frideric Handel's masterful organ concertos with this comprehensive collection, released on January 1, 1984, by Archiv Produktion. Spanning over two hours and forty-one minutes, this album features a meticulous selection of Handel's organ concertos, including Op. 4 and Op. 7, as well as the renowned "Cuckoo and the Nightingale" concerto. The performances are brought to life by the esteemed English Concert, conducted by the renowned Trevor Pinnock, ensuring an authentic and captivating listening experience.
This album is a treasure trove for classical music enthusiasts, offering a rich tapestry of Handel's compositions that showcase his virtuosity and innovation. The concertos are performed with precision and passion, highlighting the intricate details and dynamic range of Handel's works. From the serene and contemplative movements to the lively and spirited allegros, each piece is a testament to Handel's genius and his enduring influence on the world of classical music.
The album includes a variety of concertos, each with its unique character and charm. The Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 1, opens with a Larghetto e staccato, setting a reflective tone that contrasts beautifully with the Allegro movements. The Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 1, features a Fuga. Allegro, showcasing Handel's mastery of counterpoint and harmonic complexity. The "Cuckoo and the Nightingale" concerto, with its whimsical and evocative themes, is a delightful addition, adding a touch of whimsy to the collection.
Whether you are a seasoned Handel aficionado or a newcomer to his music, this album offers a profound and enjoyable exploration of his organ concertos. The meticulous performances and high-quality recording ensure that every nuance and detail of Handel's compositions is brought to life, providing an unforgettable listening experience.
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 1, HWV 289: I. Larghetto e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 1, HWV 289: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 1, HWV 289: III. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 1, HWV 289: IV. AndanteGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 2, HWV 290: I. A tempo ordinario e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 2, HWV 290: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 2, HWV 290: III. Adagio e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 2, HWV 290: IV. Allegro, ma non prestoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 3, HWV 291: I. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, Simon Standage, Anthony Pleeth, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 3, HWV 291: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, Simon Standage, Anthony Pleeth, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 3, HWV 291: III. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, Simon Standage, Anthony Pleeth, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 3, HWV 291: IV. Gavotte. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, Simon Standage, Anthony Pleeth, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 4, HWV 292: I. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 4, HWV 292: II. AndanteGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 4, HWV 292: III. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 4, HWV 292: IV. Finale. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 5, HWV 293: I. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 5, HWV 293: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 5, HWV 293: III. Alla sicilianaGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 5, HWV 293: IV. PrestoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Harp Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 6, HWV 294: I. Andante – AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Ursula Holliger, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Harp Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 6, HWV 294: II. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Ursula Holliger, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Harp Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 6, HWV 294: III. Allegro moderatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Ursula Holliger, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 1, HWV 306: I. AndanteGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 1, HWV 306: II. AndanteGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 1, HWV 306: III. Largo e pianoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 1, HWV 306: IV. Fuga. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 1, HWV 306: IVa. Organo ad libitum. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 1, HWV 306: V. BourréeGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in A Major, Op. 7 No. 2, HWV 307: I. OuvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in A Major, Op. 7 No. 2, HWV 307: II. A tempo ordinarioGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in A Major, Op. 7 No. 2, HWV 307: III. Organo ad libitum. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston
Organ Concerto in A Major, Op. 7 No. 2, HWV 307: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 3, HWV 308: I. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 3, HWV 308: II. Organo ad libitum. Adagio – FugaGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 3, HWV 308: III. SpiritosoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 3, HWV 308: IV. MenuetGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in D Minor, Op. 7 No. 4, HWV 309: I. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, Anthony Pleeth, Richard Webb, Alastair Mitchell, Felix Warnock, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in D Minor, Op. 7 No. 4, HWV 309: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, Anthony Pleeth, Richard Webb, Alastair Mitchell, Felix Warnock, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in D Minor, Op. 7 No. 4, HWV 309: III. Organo ad libitum. Fuga. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston
Organ Concerto in D Minor, Op. 7 No. 4, HWV 309: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, Anthony Pleeth, Richard Webb, Alastair Mitchell, Felix Warnock, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 7 No. 5, HWV 310: I. Allegro ma non troppo e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 7 No. 5, HWV 310: III. Andante larghetto e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 7 No. 5, HWV 310: III. MenuetGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 7 No. 5, HWV 310: IV. GavotteGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 6, HWV 311: I. PomposoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 6, HWV 311: II. Organo ad libitum. Air. LentementGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 6, HWV 311: III. A tempo ordinarioGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in F Major, HWV 295 "Cuckoo and the Nightingale": I. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in F Major, HWV 295 "Cuckoo and the Nightingale": II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
George Frideric Handel, born in 1685 in Halle, Germany, is one of the most celebrated composers of the Baroque era, renowned for his enduring influence on classical music. His prolific career spanned various genres, including operas, oratorios, anthems, and concerti grossi. Handel's compositions, such as the iconic 'Water Music' and 'Music for the Royal Fireworks', continue to captivate audiences today. After settling in London in 1712, he became a prominent figure in British musical life, leaving an indelible mark on the country's cultural landscape. Handel's works are celebrated for their grandeur and emotional depth, making him a cornerstone of the Baroque period and a symbol of European musical heritage. His final resting place is in the south transept of Westminster Abbey, a testament to his enduring legacy.
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