Immerse yourself in the timeless mastery of George Frideric Handel with this captivating collection of sacred choral works. Recorded in 1991 and released under the Chandos label, this album is a testament to Handel's enduring genius, blending the grandeur of classical composition with the intricate beauty of choral and operatic styles. Spanning a little over an hour, the album features three of Handel's most celebrated works: "Dixit Dominus," "Nisi Dominus," and "Silete Venti." Each piece is a showcase of Handel's ability to convey profound spiritual themes through music, with the "Dixit Dominus" being a particularly striking example of his choral writing. The album's diverse vocal and instrumental arrangements highlight the rich textures and dynamic range of Handel's compositions, making it a must-listen for both classical enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Tracks
Nisi Dominus, HWV 238: I. Nisi Dominus ædificaverit (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
Nisi Dominus, HWV 238: II. Vanum, est vobis ante lucem sugere (Tenor)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen, Ian Partridge
Nisi Dominus, HWV 238: III. Cum dederit dilectis (Counter-Tenor)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen, Charles Brett
Nisi Dominus, HWV 238: IV. Sicut sagittæ in manu potentis (Bass)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen, Michael George
Nisi Dominus, HWV 238: V. Beatus vir qui implevit desiderium (Tenor)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen, Ian Partridge
Nisi Dominus, HWV 238: VI. Gloria Patri et Filio (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
Silete Venti, HWV 242: I. SymphoniaGeorge Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
Silete Venti, HWV 242: II. Dulcis amor (Soprano)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen, Lynne Dawson
Silete Venti, HWV 242: III. O fortunata anima (Soprano)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen, Lynne Dawson
Silete Venti, HWV 242: IV. Daate serta (Soprano)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen, Lynne Dawson
Silete Venti, HWV 242: V. Alleluja (Soprano)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen, Lynne Dawson
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: I. Dixit Dominus Domino meo (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: II. Virgam virtutis tuæ emittet Dominus ex Sion (Counter-Tenor)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen, Charles Brett
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: III. Tecum principium in die virtutis (Soprano)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen, Lynne Dawson
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: IV. Juravit Dominus, et non poenitebit eum (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: V. Secundum ordinem Melchisedech (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: VI. Dominus a dextris (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: VII. Judicabit in nationibus (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: VIII. De torrente in via bibet (Soprano I, Soprano II, Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen, Lynne Dawson, Lynda Russell
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: IX. Gloria Patri et Filio (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Harry Christophers, The Sixteen
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