Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Baroque music with George Frideric Handel's "Händel: Concerti per solisti." Released in 2007 by Archiv Produktion, this album is a stunning collection of Handel's most celebrated concertos and overtures, showcasing the composer's unparalleled mastery of the Baroque style. Spanning a diverse range of genres including classical, choral, and opera, this 77-minute journey through Handel's works is a testament to his enduring influence on Western music.
The album opens with the enchanting overture from "Il pastor fido," a pastoral opera that highlights Handel's ability to blend Italian and English musical traditions. The harp concerto in B-flat major, with its delicate and expressive melodies, is a standout piece that showcases the beauty of the harp as a solo instrument. The oboe concerto no. 3 in G minor is another highlight, featuring the oboe's rich and mellow tone in a series of lively and introspective movements.
The album also includes several concerti grossi, including the famous "Alexander's Feast," which is a grand and dramatic work that showcases Handel's ability to create complex and engaging musical narratives. The organ concerto in F major, "The Cuckoo and the Nightingale," is a delightful and whimsical piece that features the organ's rich and resonant tones in a series of playful and melodic movements.
Throughout the album, Handel's music is brought to life by a talented ensemble of musicians, who perform with precision, passion, and a deep understanding of the Baroque style. The result is a collection of performances that are both technically impressive and emotionally resonant, offering a glimpse into the world of 18th-century music and the genius of George Frideric Handel. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Händel: Concerti per solisti" is sure to captivate and inspire.
Il pastor fido, HWV 8a, Overture: I. [Moderato] – LentementGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Il pastor fido, HWV 8a, Overture: II. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Il pastor fido, HWV 8a, Overture: III. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Il pastor fido, HWV 8a, Overture: IV. [Menuet]George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Harp Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 6, HWV 294: I. Andante – AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Ursula Holliger, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Harp Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 6, HWV 294: II. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Ursula Holliger, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Harp Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 6, HWV 294: III. Allegro moderatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Ursula Holliger, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert
Oboe Concerto No. 3 in G Minor, HWV 287: I. GraveGeorge Frideric Handel, David Reichenberg, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Oboe Concerto No. 3 in G Minor, HWV 287: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, David Reichenberg, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Oboe Concerto No. 3 in G Minor, HWV 287: III. Sarabande. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, David Reichenberg, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Oboe Concerto No. 3 in G Minor, HWV 287: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, David Reichenberg, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto Grosso in C Major, HWV 318 "Alexander's Feast": I. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in C Major, HWV 318 "Alexander's Feast": II. Largo – AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto grosso in C Major, HWV 318 "Alexander's Feast": III. Allegro – AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto Grosso in C Major, HWV 318 "Alexander's Feast": IV. Andante non prestoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in F Major, HWV 295 "Cuckoo and the Nightingale": I. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in F Major, HWV 295 "Cuckoo and the Nightingale": II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in F Major, HWV 295 "Cuckoo and the Nightingale": III. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Organ Concerto in F Major, HWV 295 "Cuckoo and the Nightingale": IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Preston, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a Due Cori No. 2, HWV 333: I. PomposoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a Due Cori No. 2, HWV 333: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a Due Cori No. 2, HWV 333: III. A Tempo GiustoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a Due Cori No. 2, HWV 333: IV. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a due cori No. 2, HWV 333: V. Allegro ma non troppo – AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto a Due Cori No. 2, HWV 333: VI. A tempo ordinarioGeorge Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
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