Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of George Frideric Handel's masterful compositions with the album "Handel: Water Music; Concerti grossi." Released on January 1, 2000, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this collection spans a generous 2 hours and 26 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of classical, choral, and operatic brilliance.
The album showcases Handel's unparalleled genius, featuring iconic works such as the enchanting "Water Music" suites and the majestic "Concerti grossi." The "Water Music" suites, composed for King George I of England, are renowned for their lively and graceful melodies, perfectly capturing the spirit of Baroque-era elegance. The "Concerti grossi," part of Handel's Op. 6, display his mastery of the concerto form, blending intricate harmonies with vibrant rhythms.
This album is a testament to Handel's enduring influence on classical music, offering a comprehensive journey through his most celebrated compositions. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection provides a captivating exploration of Handel's timeless artistry. The meticulous performances and exquisite arrangements highlight the depth and beauty of Handel's music, making this album a cherished addition to any music lover's collection.
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: I. Overture. Grave – AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: II. Adagio e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: III. [Hornpipe. Allegro] – Andante – [Allegro da capo]George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: IV. [Passepied. A tempo di menuetto]George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: V. AirGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: VI. [Minuet] for HornsGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: VII. BourréeGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: VIII. HornpipeGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: IX. [Gavotte. Andante]George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 2 in D Major, HWV 349: I. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 2 in D Major, HWV 349: II. [Alla Hornpipe]George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 3 in G Major, HWV 350: I. [Sarabande]George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 3 in G Major, HWV 350: II. Aria [Rigaudon I-II]George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 2 in D Major, HWV 349: IV. LentementGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 2 in D Major, HWV 349: V. Air [Bourrée]George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 3 in G Major, HWV 350: IIIa. MinuetGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 3 in G Major, HWV 350: IIIb. [Trio]George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 3 in G Major, HWV 350: IV. [Gigue I-II "Country Dances"]George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 2 in D Major, HWV 349: III. Coro [Trumpet Minuet]George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351: I. OuvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351: II. BourréeGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351: III. La Paix. Largo alla sicilianaGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351: IV. La RéjouissanceGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351: Va. Menuet IGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351: Vb. Menuet IIGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a due cori No. 3, HWV 334: I. OvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a Due Cori No. 3, HWV 334: IIa. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a Due Cori No. 3, HWV 334: IIb. Allegro ma non troppoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a Due Cori No. 3, HWV 334: III. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a Due Cori No. 3, HWV 334: IV. Andante larghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a Due Cori No. 3, HWV 334: V. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, 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
Concerto grosso in D Major, Op. 6 No. 5, HWV 323: I. Overture. Larghetto e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock
Concerto grosso in D Major, Op. 6 No. 5, HWV 323: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, Robert Woolley, David Reichenberg, Sophia McKenna, Jeremy Ward
Concerto grosso in D Major, Op. 6 No. 5, HWV 323: III. PrestoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, Robert Woolley, David Reichenberg, Sophia McKenna, Jeremy Ward
Concerto grosso in D Major, Op. 6 No. 5, HWV 323: IV. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, Robert Woolley, David Reichenberg, Sophia McKenna, Jeremy Ward
Concerto grosso in D Major, Op. 6 No. 5, HWV 323: V. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, Robert Woolley, David Reichenberg, Sophia McKenna, Jeremy Ward
Concerto grosso in D Major, Op. 6 No. 5, HWV 323: VI. Menuet. Un poco larghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, Robert Woolley, David Reichenberg, Sophia McKenna, Jeremy Ward
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 6, HWV 324: I. Larghetto e affettuosoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, David Reichenberg, Sophia McKenna, Jeremy Ward, Robert Woolley
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 6, HWV 324: II. A tempo giustoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, David Reichenberg, Sophia McKenna, Jeremy Ward, Robert Woolley
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 6, HWV 324: III. Musette. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, David Reichenberg, Sophia McKenna, Jeremy Ward, Robert Woolley, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 6, HWV 324: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, David Reichenberg, Sophia McKenna, Jeremy Ward, Robert Woolley
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 6, HWV 324: V. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, David Reichenberg, Sophia McKenna, Jeremy Ward, Robert Woolley
Concerto grosso in B Minor, Op. 6 No. 12, HWV 330: I. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, Robert Woolley, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Concerto grosso in B Minor, Op. 6 No. 12, HWV 330: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, Robert Woolley, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Concerto grosso in B Minor, Op. 6 No. 12, HWV 330: III. Aria e variato. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, Robert Woolley, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Concerto grosso in B Minor, Op. 6 No. 12, HWV 330: IV. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, Robert Woolley, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Concerto grosso in B Minor, Op. 6 No. 12, HWV 330: V. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Anthony Pleeth, Robert Woolley, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
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