Dive into the timeless genius of George Frideric Handel with this captivating collection of oratorio highlights. Released in 1968 under the Corona Classics Collection, this album showcases Handel's mastery of choral and operatic compositions, spanning some of his most renowned works. From the triumphant "Hallelujah" chorus in "Messiah" to the dramatic intensity of "Judas Maccabaeus" and the poignant beauty of "Jephtha," this compilation offers a rich tapestry of Handel's musical prowess. The album also features excerpts from "Hercules," "Belshazzar," and "Semele," each piece a testament to Handel's ability to evoke deep emotion and grandeur. With a duration of 58 minutes, this collection is a perfect introduction to Handel's oratorios, blending sacred and secular themes in a way that continues to resonate with audiences today. Whether you're a seasoned fan of classical music or a newcomer eager to explore the works of one of history's greatest composers, this album is a treasure trove of musical brilliance.
Tracks
Judas Maccabaeus, HWV 63: Part I: Klagt, ihr gebeugten KinderGeorge Frideric Handel, Leipzig Radio Chorus, Berlin Singakademie, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Marcus Creed, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra, RIAS Kammerchor, Dietrich Knothe, Berlin Chamber Orchestra, Helmut Koch, Berlin Academy for Old Music, Berlin Radio Solistenvereinigung
Judas Maccabaeus, HWV 63: Part II: Du sinkst, ach, armes IsraelGeorge Frideric Handel, Leipzig Radio Chorus, Berlin Singakademie, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Marcus Creed, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra, RIAS Kammerchor, Dietrich Knothe, Berlin Chamber Orchestra, Helmut Koch, Berlin Academy for Old Music, Berlin Radio Solistenvereinigung
Judas Maccabaeus, HWV 63: Part III: Dem grossen Gott sei aller PreisGeorge Frideric Handel, Leipzig Radio Chorus, Berlin Singakademie, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Marcus Creed, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra, RIAS Kammerchor, Dietrich Knothe, Berlin Chamber Orchestra, Helmut Koch, Berlin Academy for Old Music, Berlin Radio Solistenvereinigung
Hercules, HWV 60: Act II: Holder Gott der LiebesglutGeorge Frideric Handel, Leipzig Radio Chorus, Berlin Singakademie, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Marcus Creed, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra, RIAS Kammerchor, Dietrich Knothe, Berlin Chamber Orchestra, Helmut Koch, Berlin Academy for Old Music, Berlin Radio Solistenvereinigung
Hercules, HWV 60: Act III: Nicht mehr schutzt dein Arm HinfortGeorge Frideric Handel, Leipzig Radio Chorus, Berlin Singakademie, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Marcus Creed, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra, RIAS Kammerchor, Dietrich Knothe, Berlin Chamber Orchestra, Helmut Koch, Berlin Academy for Old Music, Berlin Radio Solistenvereinigung
Hercules, HWV 60: Act III: Stimmt an den PreisgesangGeorge Frideric Handel, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, MDR Leipzig Radio Chorus, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Leipzig
Jephtha, HWV 70: Act II: How dark, O Lord, are thy Decrees!George Frideric Handel, Leipzig Radio Chorus, Berlin Singakademie, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Marcus Creed, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra, RIAS Kammerchor, Dietrich Knothe, Berlin Chamber Orchestra, Helmut Koch, Berlin Academy for Old Music, Berlin Radio Solistenvereinigung
Jephtha, HWV 70: Act I: When his loud voice in thunder SpokeGeorge Frideric Handel, Leipzig Radio Chorus, Berlin Singakademie, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Marcus Creed, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra, RIAS Kammerchor, Dietrich Knothe, Berlin Chamber Orchestra, Helmut Koch, Berlin Academy for Old Music, Berlin Radio Solistenvereinigung
Messiah, HWV 56: Hallelujah!George Frideric Handel, Solistenvereinigung des Berliner Rundfunks, Großer Chor Des Berliner Rundfunks, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Helmut Koch
Belshazzar, HWV 61: Act II: Seht, wie schnell der Euphrat FliehtGeorge Frideric Handel, Leipzig Radio Chorus, Berlin Singakademie, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Marcus Creed, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra, RIAS Kammerchor, Dietrich Knothe, Berlin Chamber Orchestra, Helmut Koch, Berlin Academy for Old Music, Berlin Radio Solistenvereinigung
Belshazzar, HWV 61: Act I: Verwirf', o HerrGeorge Frideric Handel, Leipzig Radio Chorus, Berlin Singakademie, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Marcus Creed, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra, RIAS Kammerchor, Dietrich Knothe, Berlin Chamber Orchestra, Helmut Koch, Berlin Academy for Old Music, Berlin Radio Solistenvereinigung
Semele, HWV 58: Act I: Wend' ab die Zeichen, ew'ge Macht!George Frideric Handel, Leipzig Radio Chorus, Berlin Singakademie, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Marcus Creed, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra, RIAS Kammerchor, Dietrich Knothe, Berlin Chamber Orchestra, Helmut Koch, Berlin Academy for Old Music, Berlin Radio Solistenvereinigung
Semele, HWV 58: Act II: Wie so freundlich, wie BegluckendGeorge Frideric Handel, Leipzig Radio Chorus, Berlin Singakademie, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Marcus Creed, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra, RIAS Kammerchor, Dietrich Knothe, Berlin Chamber Orchestra, Helmut Koch, Berlin Academy for Old Music, Berlin Radio Solistenvereinigung
Semele, HWV 58: Act III: Seli, selig lasst uns RuhnGeorge Frideric Handel, Leipzig Radio Chorus, Berlin Singakademie, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Marcus Creed, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra, RIAS Kammerchor, Dietrich Knothe, Berlin Chamber Orchestra, Helmut Koch, Berlin Academy for Old Music, Berlin Radio Solistenvereinigung
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