Immerse yourself in the timeless masterpiece of classical music with George Frideric Handel's "Handel: Messiah - Arias & Choruses." Released in 1965 under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this album captures the essence of Handel's extraordinary oratorio, "Messiah," composed in an astonishing 24 days in 1741. The album spans a concise yet powerful 1 hour and 9 minutes, featuring a selection of arias and choruses that showcase Handel's genius and the profound spiritual text compiled by Charles Jennens from the King James Bible.
This collection includes iconic pieces such as the jubilant "For unto us a Child is born" and the triumphant "Hallelujah" chorus, performed with the precision and passion that have made Handel's "Messiah" a cornerstone of choral and orchestral repertoire. The album is a testament to Handel's ability to convey the grandeur and intimacy of the biblical narrative through his music. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of classical music or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a profound and enriching listening experience.
Tracks
Der Messias, HWV 56: No. 1, SinfoniaGeorge Frideric Handel, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Hedwig Bilgram, Elmar Schloter
Der Messias, HWV 56, Pt. 1: No. 4, Chor. Denn die Herrlichkeit GottesGeorge Frideric Handel, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Hedwig Bilgram, Elmar Schloter, Münchener Bach-Chor
Der Messias, HWV 56, Pt. 1: No. 6, Arie (Alt). Doch wer wird ertragen den TagGeorge Frideric Handel, Marga Höffgen, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Hedwig Bilgram, Elmar Schloter
Der Messias, HWV 56, Pt. 1: No. 7, Chor. Und er wird reinigenGeorge Frideric Handel, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Hedwig Bilgram, Elmar Schloter, Münchener Bach-Chor
Der Messias, HWV 56, Pt. 1: No. 11, Arie (Baß). Das Volk, das da wandelt im DunkelGeorge Frideric Handel, Franz Crass, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Hedwig Bilgram, Elmar Schloter
Der Messias, HWV 56, Pt. 1: No. 12, Chor. Denn es ist uns ein Kind geborenGeorge Frideric Handel, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Hedwig Bilgram, Elmar Schloter, Münchener Bach-Chor
Der Messias, HWV 56, Pt. 1: No. 13, Pifa. Hirtenmusik. Larghetto e mezzo PianoGeorge Frideric Handel, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Elmar Schloter
Der Messias, HWV 56, Pt. 1: No. 14, Rezit. (Sopran). Es waren Hirten beisammen..George Frideric Handel, Gundula Janowitz, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Hedwig Bilgram
Der Messias, HWV 56, Pt. 1: No. 17, Chor. Ehre sei Gott in der HöheGeorge Frideric Handel, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Maurice André, Hedwig Bilgram, Münchener Bach-Chor
Der Messias, HWV 56, Pt. 1: No. 20, Duett. Er weidet seine HerdeGeorge Frideric Handel, Gundula Janowitz, Marga Höffgen, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Elmar Schloter
Der Messias, HWV 56, Pt. 2: No. 26, Chor. Der Herde gleich, vom Hirten fernGeorge Frideric Handel, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Elmar Schloter, Münchener Bach-Chor
Der Messias, HWV 56, Pt. 2: No. 32, Arie (Tenor). Doch du ließest ihn im Grabe nichtGeorge Frideric Handel, Ernst Haefliger, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Hedwig Bilgram
Der Messias, HWV 56, Pt. 2: No. 36, Arie (Baß). Du fuhrest in die Höh'George Frideric Handel, Franz Crass, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Hedwig Bilgram
Der Messias, HWV 56, Pt. 2: No. 43, Arie (Tenor). Du zerschlägst sie mit dem eisernen ZepterGeorge Frideric Handel, Ernst Haefliger, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Hedwig Bilgram
Der Messias, HWV 56, Pt. 2: No. 44, Chor. Halleluja!George Frideric Handel, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Elmar Schloter, Hedwig Bilgram, Maurice André, Münchener Bach-Chor
Der Messias, HWV 56, Pt. 3: No. 45, Arie (Sopran). Ich weiß, daß mein Erlöser lebetGeorge Frideric Handel, Gundula Janowitz, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Hedwig Bilgram
Der Messias, HWV 56, Pt. 3: No. 53a, Chor. Würdig ist das LammGeorge Frideric Handel, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Elmar Schloter, Münchener Bach-Chor
Der Messias, HWV 56, Pt. 3: No. 53b, Chor. Amen - Auf deutsch gesungenGeorge Frideric Handel, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Karl Richter, Elmar Schloter, Hedwig Bilgram, Münchener Bach-Chor
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