Immerse yourself in the divine harmonies and intricate compositions of George Frideric Handel with the release of "Handel: Chandos Anthems Nos. 5a, 6a & 8." This exquisite collection, released on June 30, 2013, under the prestigious Hyperion label, showcases three of Handel's most revered choral works. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes, this album is a testament to Handel's mastery of the classical and choral genres, with a touch of operatic grandeur.
The album features three complete Chandos Anthems, each a multi-movement work that blends solo voices, choir, and orchestra in a rich tapestry of sound. "O Come, Let Us Sing unto the Lord" (Chandos Anthem No. 8) opens the collection with a majestic sonata followed by a series of movements that extol the glory and worship of the Lord. The anthem's text, drawn from the Psalms, is set to music that ranges from the triumphant to the contemplative, showcasing Handel's ability to convey a wide range of emotions through his compositions.
Next, "As Pants the Hart" (Chandos Anthem No. 6a) offers a more introspective exploration of faith and longing. The anthem's text, which draws on the imagery of a deer panting for water, is set to music that is both tender and expressive. The work's central movement, "Tears Are My Daily Food," is a particularly poignant expression of sorrow and longing, while the final movement, "In the Voice of Praise and Thanksgiving," offers a sense of resolution and hope.
The album concludes with "I Will Magnify Thee, O God" (Chandos Anthems No. 5a), a work that is both celebratory and reflective. The anthem's text, which draws on the Psalms, is set to music that is both joyful and contemplative. The work's central movement, "Ev'ry Day Will I Give Thanks unto Thee," is a particularly uplifting expression of gratitude and praise, while the final movement, "My Mouth Shall Speak the Praise of the Lord," offers a sense of triumph and resolution.
Throughout the album, Handel's skill as a composer is on full display, with each anthem offering a unique blend of solo voices, choir, and orchestra. The performances are equally impressive, with the soloists and choir delivering nuanced and expressive performances that bring Handel's music to life. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
O Come, Let Us Sing unto the Lord "Chandos Anthem No. 8", HWV 253: I. Sonata. Largo – AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Stephen Layton
O Come, Let Us Sing unto the Lord "Chandos Anthem No. 8", HWV 253: II. O Come, Let Us Sing unto the LordGeorge Frideric Handel, Stephen Layton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
O Come, Let Us Sing unto the Lord "Chandos Anthem No. 8", HWV 253: III. O Come, Let Us WorshipGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Thomas Hobbs, Stephen Layton
O Come, Let Us Sing unto the Lord "Chandos Anthem No. 8", HWV 253: IV. Glory and Worship Are Before HimGeorge Frideric Handel, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Stephen Layton
O Come, Let Us Sing unto the Lord "Chandos Anthem No. 8", HWV 253: V. Tell It Out Among the Heathen That the Lord Is KingGeorge Frideric Handel, Thomas Hobbs, Stephen Layton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
O Come, Let Us Sing unto the Lord "Chandos Anthem No. 8", HWV 253: VI. O Magnify the LordGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Susan Gritton, Stephen Layton
O Come, Let Us Sing unto the Lord "Chandos Anthem No. 8", HWV 253: VII. The Lord Preserveth the Souls of the SaintsGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Iestyn Davies, Stephen Layton
O Come, Let Us Sing unto the Lord "Chandos Anthem No. 8", HWV 253: VIII. For Look as High as the Heaven IsGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Stephen Layton, Thomas Hobbs
O Come, Let Us Sing unto the Lord "Chandos Anthem No. 8", HWV 253: IX. There Is Sprung Up a Light for the RighteousGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Stephen Layton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge
As Pants the Hart "Chandos Anthem No. 6a", HWV 251b: I. Sonata. Larghetto – AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Stephen Layton, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
As Pants the Hart "Chandos Anthem No. 6a", HWV 251b: II. As Pants the Hart for Cooling StreamsGeorge Frideric Handel, Stephen Layton, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
As Pants the Hart "Chandos Anthem No. 6a", HWV 251b: III. Tears Are My Daily FoodGeorge Frideric Handel, Stephen Layton, Susan Gritton, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
As Pants the Hart "Chandos Anthem No. 6a", HWV 251b: IV. Now When I Think ThereuponGeorge Frideric Handel, Thomas Hobbs, Stephen Layton, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
As Pants the Hart "Chandos Anthem No. 6a", HWV 251b: V. In the Voice of Praise and ThanksgivingGeorge Frideric Handel, Stephen Layton, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge
As Pants the Hart "Chandos Anthem No. 6a", HWV 251b: VI. Why So Full of Grief, O My Soul?George Frideric Handel, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Susan Gritton, Thomas Hobbs, Stephen Layton
As Pants the Hart "Chandos Anthem No. 6a", HWV 251b: VII. Put Thy Trust in GodGeorge Frideric Handel, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Thomas Hobbs, Stephen Layton, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
I Will Magnify Thee, O God "Chandos Anthem No. 5a", HWV 250a: I. Sonata. Andante – AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Stephen Layton
I Will Magnify Thee, O God "Chandos Anthem No. 5a", HWV 250a: II. I Will Magnify Thee, O GodGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Stephen Layton
I Will Magnify Thee, O God "Chandos Anthem No. 5a", HWV 250a: III. Ev'ry Day Will I Give Thanks unto TheeGeorge Frideric Handel, Thomas Hobbs, Stephen Layton, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
I Will Magnify Thee, O God "Chandos Anthem No. 5a", HWV 250a: IV. One Generation Shall Praise Thy Works unto AnotherGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge, Stephen Layton
I Will Magnify Thee, O God "Chandos Anthem No. 5a", HWV 250a: V. The Lord Preserveth All Them That Love HimGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Stephen Layton, Thomas Hobbs
I Will Magnify Thee, O God "Chandos Anthem No. 5a", HWV 250a: VI. The Lord Is Righteous in All His WaysGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Stephen Layton, Susan Gritton
I Will Magnify Thee, O God "Chandos Anthem No. 5a", HWV 250a: VII. Happy Are the People That Are in Such a CaseGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Stephen Layton, Thomas Hobbs
I Will Magnify Thee, O God "Chandos Anthem No. 5a", HWV 250a: VIII. My Mouth Shall Speak the Praise of the LordGeorge Frideric Handel, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Stephen Layton, Thomas Hobbs, The Choir Of Trinity College, Cambridge
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