Immerse yourself in the dramatic and powerful world of George Frideric Handel's "Saul," a masterful oratorio that blends the grandeur of classical music with the intensity of opera. Released on January 1, 2007, by haenssler CLASSIC, this album captures the essence of Handel's compositional brilliance, offering a rich and engaging experience that spans over an hour and thirteen minutes.
"Saul" is a choral and operatic tour de force, featuring a compelling narrative that unfolds through a series of symphonies, arias, and choruses. The album showcases Handel's ability to convey deep emotion and complex storytelling through music, with each track contributing to the overarching drama. From the stirring symphonies that open the album to the poignant arias and powerful choruses, every moment is crafted with meticulous attention to detail.
The album is a testament to Handel's mastery of the Baroque style, characterized by its intricate melodies, rich harmonies, and dynamic contrasts. The performances are brought to life by a talented ensemble, with each vocal and instrumental part executed with precision and passion. The result is a cohesive and captivating musical journey that highlights the timeless appeal of Handel's work.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Saul" offers a rewarding listening experience. The album's blend of choral and operatic elements makes it a standout piece in Handel's repertoire, showcasing his ability to create music that is both technically impressive and emotionally resonant. Dive into the world of "Saul" and discover the enduring power of Handel's music.
Tracks
Saul, HWV 53: Symphony: I. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53: Symphony: II. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53: Symphony: III. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53: Symphony: IV. Andante larghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 1: How excellent thy Name, O Lord (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 1: Air. An Infant rais'd by thy Command (Soprano)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 1: Trio. Along the Monster Atheist strode (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 1: The Youth inspir'd by Thee, O Lord (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 1: How excellent thy Name, O Lord (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 2: Recitative. He comes! (Michal)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 2: Air. O Godlike Youth! By all confess'd (Michal)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 2: Recitative. Behold, O King, the brave, victorius Youth (Abner, Saul, David)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 2: Air. O King, your Favours with Delight (David)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 2: Recitative. O early Piety! O Modest Merit! (Jonathan)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 2: Air. What abject Thoughts a Prince can have (Merab)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 2: Air. Ah! Lovely Youth! Wast thou design'd (Michal)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 2: Symphony: Andante allegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 2: Recitative. Already see, the Daughters of the Land (Michal)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 3: Welcom, welcome mighty King! (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 3: Accompagnato. What do I hear? Am I then sunk so low (Saul)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 3: David his Ten Thousands slew (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 3: Accompagnato. To him Ten Thousands! (Saul)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 3: Air. With Rage I shall burst his praises to hear! (Saul)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 4: Recitative. Imprudent Women! Your illtim'd Comparisons (Jonathan, Michal)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 4: Air. Fell Rage and black Despair possest (Michal)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 4: Recitative. This but the smallest part of Harmony (High Priest)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 4: Accompagnato. By thee This Universal Frame (High Priest)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 5: Recitative. Rack'd with Infernal Pains ev'n now the King (Abner)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 5: Air. O Lord, whose Mercies numberless (David)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 5: Symphony: LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 5: Recitative. 'Tis all in vain, his Fury still continues (Jonathan)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 5: Air. A Serpent in my Bosom warm'd (Saul)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 5: Recitative. Has he escap'd my Rage? (Saul)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 5: Air. Capricious Man, in Humour lost (Merab)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 6: Accompagnato. O Filial Piety! O Sacred Friendship! (Jonathan)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 6: Air. No, cruel Father, no (Jonathan)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act I Scene 6: Preserve him for the Glory of thy Name (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act II Scene 1: Envy! Eldestborn of Hell! (Chorus)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act II Scene 2: Recitative. Ah, dearest Friend, undone by too much Virtue! (Jonathan)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act II Scene 2: Air. But sooner Jordan's Stream, I swear (Jonathan)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act II Scene 2: Recitative. O strange Vicissitude! But Yesterday (David)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act II Scene 2: Recitative. My Father comes. Retire, my friend (Jonathan)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act II Scene 3: Recitative. Hast thou obey'd my Orders, and destroy'd my mortal enemy, the Son of Jesse? (Saul, Jonathan)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act II Scene 3: Air. Sin not, O King, against the Youth (Jonathan)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act II Scene 3: Air. As Great Jehovah lives, I swear (Saul)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act II Scene 3: Air. From Cities storm'd, and Battles won (Jonathan)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act II Scene 4: Recitative. Appear, my friend (Jonathan, Saul)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act II Scene 4: Air. Your words, O King, my Loyal Heart (David)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act II Scene 4: Recitative. Yes, he shall wed my Daughter! (Saul)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Saul, HWV 53, Act II Scene 5: Recitative. A Father's Will has authoriz'd my Love (Michal)George Frideric Handel, Kirsten Blaise, Elizabeth Keusch, Daniel Taylor, Norman Shankle, Markus Eiche, Laura Albino, Wolfgang Frisch, Matthias Lutze, Takako Onodera, Christian Palm, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
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