Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of George Frideric Handel's "Handel: Grand Musical Entertainment – New Concertos for Organ & Orchestra," released on July 3, 2015, under the Oehms Classics label. This exquisite collection of classical masterpieces spans a captivating 79 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of choral and operatic brilliance.
The album showcases Handel's unparalleled genius, featuring arrangements of his most celebrated works, including the majestic "Saul" and the festive "Music for the Royal Fireworks." Each track is meticulously crafted, blending the grandeur of the organ with the orchestral richness, creating a symphonic experience that is both powerful and delicate.
From the triumphant "Arrival of the Queen of Sheba" to the serene "La paix" and the exhilarating "La réjouissance," this album is a testament to Handel's enduring influence on classical music. The "Saul Suite" series, divided into three distinct parts—"Hallelujah," "Carillon," and "Resurrection"—offers a profound journey through Handel's compositional prowess, each suite brimming with emotional depth and technical brilliance.
Whether you are a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to Handel's works, this album promises an enchanting exploration of some of the most iconic pieces in the classical repertoire. Let the harmonious blend of organ and orchestra transport you to a world of musical splendor, where every note resonates with the timeless elegance of George Frideric Handel.
Tracks
Solomon, HWV 67: Sinfonia "Arrival of the Queen of Sheba" (Arr. for Organ)George Frideric Handel, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul, HWV 53, Sinfonia (Arr. as Organ Concerto): I. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul, HWV 53, Sinfonia (Arr. as Organ Concerto): II. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul, HWV 53, Sinfonia (Arr. as Organ Concerto): III. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Music for the Royal Firework, HWV 351 (Arr. for Organ): I. OvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, Hansjörg Albrecht
Music for the Royal Firework, HWV 351 (Arr. for Organ) II. BourréeGeorge Frideric Handel, Hansjörg Albrecht
Music for the Royal Firework, HWV 351 (Arr. for Organ) III. La paixGeorge Frideric Handel, Hansjörg Albrecht
Music for the Royal Firework, HWV 351 (Arr. for Organ) IV. La réjouissanceGeorge Frideric Handel, Hansjörg Albrecht
Music for the Royal Firework, HWV 351 (Arr. for Organ) V. Menuets I & IIGeorge Frideric Handel, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 1 "Hallelujah" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): I. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 1 "Hallelujah" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): II. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 1 "Hallelujah" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): III. Trio. ArditoGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 1 "Hallelujah" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): IV. Larghetto - Tempo ordinario [Fuga]George Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 1 "Hallelujah" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): V. Andante larghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 1 "Hallelujah" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): VI. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 2 "Carillon" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): I. OvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 2 "Carillon" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): II. Andante allegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 2 "Carillon" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): III. GavotteGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 2 "Carillon" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): IV. Andante allegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 2 "Carillon" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): V. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 2 "Carillon" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): VI. ImprovisationGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 2 "Carillon" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): VII. Andante allegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 3 "Resurrection" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): I. Largo assaiGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 3 "Resurrection" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): II. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 3 "Resurrection" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): III. CapriccioGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 3 "Resurrection" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 3 "Resurrection" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): V. Marcia. GraveGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 3 "Resurrection" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): VI. Quasi recitativoGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
Saul Suite No. 3 "Resurrection" (Arr. for Organ & Orchestra): VII. Finale. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Martin Schmeding, Münchener Bach-Orchester, Hansjörg Albrecht
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