Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of George Frideric Handel's masterful compositions with "Christmas with Handel," a captivating collection that celebrates the spirit of the season through the lens of one of history's most revered composers. This exquisite album, set for release on December 12, 2024, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, offers a rich tapestry of classical, choral, and operatic pieces that will enchant and inspire.
Spanning a generous duration of 2 hours and 36 minutes, "Christmas with Handel" features a stunning array of 83 tracks, including iconic works such as selections from "Messiah," "Water Music Suite No. 1," and "Zadok the Priest." The album begins with the grandeur of "Solomon" and "Samson," setting the stage for a festive journey through Handel's most glamorous and impressive compositions. Each piece is performed with meticulous attention to detail, bringing the composer's vision to life in a way that honors his legacy and delights the ear.
From the soaring symphonies to the tender arias, "Christmas with Handel" showcases the full range of Handel's genius, making it an essential addition to any classical music lover's collection. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or a newcomer to Handel's work, this album promises a festive and uplifting experience that will become a cherished part of your holiday traditions.
Solomon, HWV 67, Act III: The Arrival of the Queen of ShebaGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Samson, HWV 57: No. 1, Symphony: b. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Anthony Halstead, Christian Rutherford, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: II. Adagio e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Saul, HWV 53: Symphony: a. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Water Music Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: V. AirGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Zadok the Priest (Coronation Anthem No. 1, HWV 258)George Frideric Handel, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert, Simon Preston, The Choir Of Westminster Abbey
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: I.SymphonyGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: 2. "Comfort ye, My people"George Frideric Handel, Howard Crook, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: III. "Ev'ry Valley Shall Be Exalted"George Frideric Handel, Howard Crook, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: IV. "And the Glory of the Lord"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: 5. "Thus saith the Lord"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, John Tomlinson
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: VI. "But Who May Abide the Day of His Coming"George Frideric Handel, Michael Chance, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: VII. "And He Shall Purify the Sons of Levi"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: 8. "Behold, a virgin shall conceive"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: IX. "O Thou That Tellest Good Tidings to Zion"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: 10. "For behold, darkness shall cover"George Frideric Handel, John Tomlinson, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: 11. "The people that walked in darkness"George Frideric Handel, John Tomlinson, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: 12. "For unto us a Child is born"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: XIII. "Pifa (Pastoral Symphony)"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: 14. "There were shepherds ... And suddenly there"George Frideric Handel, Arleen Auger, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: 15. "Glory to God in the highest"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: XVI. "Rejoice Greatly, o Daughter of Zion"George Frideric Handel, Arleen Auger, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah / Part 1: 18a. "He shall feed his flock"George Frideric Handel, Arleen Auger, Anne Sofie von Otter, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: 19. "His yoke is easy"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: 20. "Behold the Lamb of God"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: 21. "He was despised"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: XXII. "Surely He Hath Borne Our Griefs"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: XXIIII. "And With His Stripes We Are Healed"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: XXIV. "All We Like Sheep Have Gone Astray"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: 25. "All they that see Him"George Frideric Handel, Howard Crook, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: 26. "He trusted in God"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: XXVII. "Thy Rebuke Hath Broken His Heart"George Frideric Handel, Howard Crook, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: XXVIII. "Behold and See"George Frideric Handel, Howard Crook, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: 30. "But thou didst not leave"George Frideric Handel, Arleen Auger, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: 31. "Lift up your heads"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: XXXIII. "Let All the Angels of God"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: 34a. "Thou art gone up on high"George Frideric Handel, Michael Chance, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: XXXV. "The Lord Gave the Word"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: 36. "How beautiful are the feet"George Frideric Handel, Arleen Auger, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: 37a. "Their sound is gone out"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: XXXVIII. "Why Do the Nations so Furiously Rage Together?"George Frideric Handel, John Tomlinson, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: 39. "Let us break their bonds asunder"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: XLI. "Thou Shalt Break Them"George Frideric Handel, Howard Crook, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: XLII. "Hallelujah"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 3: XLIII. "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth"George Frideric Handel, Arleen Auger, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 3: 44. "Since by man came death"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 3: 45. "Behold, I tell you a mystery"George Frideric Handel, John Tomlinson, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 3: 46. "The trumpet shall sound"George Frideric Handel, John Tomlinson, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 3: 48. "O death where is thy sting?"George Frideric Handel, Michael Chance, Howard Crook, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 3: 49. "But thanks be to God"George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
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