Immerse yourself in the regal and spiritual splendor of George Frideric Handel's choral masterpieces with this captivating album. Released on October 3, 1994, by Decca Music Group Ltd., this collection showcases Handel's unparalleled ability to blend grandeur and devotion, featuring four of his renowned Coronation Anthems and the poignant Anthem for the Foundling Hospital.
The album opens with the majestic "Zadok the Priest," a piece that has echoed through the halls of history, performed at every British coronation since 1727. The Coronation Anthems continue with "Let Thy Hand be Strengthened," "The King shall rejoice," and "My Heart is Inditing," each piece a testament to Handel's genius, combining powerful choruses and exquisite solos.
Complementing these royal anthems is the deeply moving Anthem for the Foundling Hospital. This work, composed for a charitable institution, reflects Handel's compassion and his ability to evoke profound emotion through music. The anthems within this section, such as "Blessed Are They That Considereth The Poor" and "O God Who From the Suckling's Mouth," highlight Handel's versatility and his commitment to both artistic excellence and humanitarian causes.
With a duration of one hour and five minutes, this album offers a comprehensive exploration of Handel's choral works, showcasing his mastery of the classical, choral, and operatic genres. Whether you are a seasoned fan of Handel's music or a newcomer to his compositions, this album provides a rich and rewarding listening experience, celebrating the timeless beauty and enduring relevance of his work.
Tracks
Zadok The Priest (Coronation Anthem No. 1, HWV 258)George Frideric Handel, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
Let Thy Hand be Strengthened (Coronation Anthem No. 2, HWV 259): 1. Let thy hand be strengthenedGeorge Frideric Handel, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
Let Thy Hand be Strengthened (Coronation Anthem No. 2, HWV 259): 2. Let justice and judgementGeorge Frideric Handel, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
Let Thy Hand be Strengthened (Coronation Anthem No. 2, HWV 259): 3. Alleluja!George Frideric Handel, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
The King shall rejoice (Coronation Anthem No. 3, HWV 260): 1. Introduction - The King shall rejoiceGeorge Frideric Handel, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
The King shall rejoice (Coronation Anthem No. 3, HWV 260): 2. Exceeding glad shall he beGeorge Frideric Handel, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
The King shall rejoice (Coronation Anthem No. 3, HWV 260): 3. Glory and worship hast thou laidGeorge Frideric Handel, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
The King shall rejoice (Coronation Anthem No. 3, HWV 260): 4. AllelujaGeorge Frideric Handel, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
My Heart is Inditing (Coronation Anthem No. 4, HWV 261): 1. My heart is inditingGeorge Frideric Handel, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
My Heart is Inditing (Coronation Anthem No. 4, HWV 261): 2. King's daughters were among thy honorable womenGeorge Frideric Handel, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
My Heart is Inditing (Coronation Anthem No. 4, HWV 261): 3. Upon thy right handGeorge Frideric Handel, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
My Heart is Inditing (Coronation Anthem No. 4, HWV 261): 4. Kings shall be thy nursing fathersGeorge Frideric Handel, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
Anthem For the Foundling Hospital, HWV 268: 1. Blessed Are They That Considereth The PoorGeorge Frideric Handel, John Elwes, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
Anthem For the Foundling Hospital, HWV 268: 2. Blessed Are They...They Deliver The PoorGeorge Frideric Handel, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
Anthem For the Foundling Hospital, HWV 268: 3. O God Who From the Suckling's MouthGeorge Frideric Handel, Charles Brett, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
Anthem For the Foundling Hospital, HWV 268: 4. The Charitable Shall Be HadGeorge Frideric Handel, Charles Brett, John Elwes, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
Anthem For the Foundling Hospital, HWV 268: 5. Comfort Them, O LordGeorge Frideric Handel, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
Anthem For the Foundling Hospital, HWV 268: 6. The People Will Tell Of Their WisdomGeorge Frideric Handel, Gillian Fisher, Libby Crabtree, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
Anthem For the Foundling Hospital, HWV 268: 7. Hallelujah!George Frideric Handel, Winchester Cathedral Choir, Brandenburg Consort, David Hill
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