Dive into the timeless elegance of George Frideric Handel's most celebrated works with "Handel: Famous Pieces." This exquisite compilation, released on December 1, 2023, by Pentatone, offers a comprehensive journey through the masterpieces of one of the Baroque era's most revered composers. Spanning over two hours and forty minutes, this album features 56 tracks that showcase Handel's unparalleled genius across classical, choral, and opera genres.
From the grandeur of "Music for the Royal Fireworks" to the soaring melodies of "Messiah," this collection brings together some of Handel's most iconic compositions. The album includes performances by an array of world-class artists, such as Magdalena Kožená, Iestyn Davies, Tim Mead, the Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, and il pomo d’oro, ensuring an authentic and captivating listening experience.
Highlights include the stirring "Water Music," the triumphant "Music for the Royal Fireworks," and the deeply moving arias from operas like "Rinaldo" and "Alcina." The album also features instrumental gems like the "Concerto grosso" and the "Violin Sonata in G Minor," demonstrating Handel's versatility and mastery of various musical forms.
Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to Handel's music, "Handel: Famous Pieces" is an essential addition to your collection. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Handel's compositions, performed with unmatched skill and passion by some of today's finest musicians. This album is a testament to Handel's enduring legacy and his ability to captivate audiences across centuries.
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Tracks
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351: IV. La RéjouissanceGeorge Frideric Handel, B'Rock Orchestra, Dmitry Sinkovsky
Concerto grosso No. 1 in G Major, Op. 6, HWV 319: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Bernhard Forck
Rinaldo, HWV 7a: Or la trombaGeorge Frideric Handel, Iestyn Davies, La Nuova Musica, David Bates
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351: Ia. Overture – AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, B'Rock Orchestra, Dmitry Sinkovsky
Rinaldo, HWV 7a: BattagliaGeorge Frideric Handel, La Nuova Musica, David Bates
Almira Suite, HWV 1: OuvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, Francesco Corti, Il Pomo D'oro
Concerto grosso No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 3, HWV 313: I. VivaceGeorge Frideric Handel, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Georg Kallweit
Water Music, Suite No. 2 in D Major, HWV 349: II. [Alla Hornpipe]George Frideric Handel, B'Rock Orchestra, Dmitry Sinkovsky
Concerto grosso No. 1 in G Major, Op. 6, HWV 319: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Bernhard Forck
Concerto grosso No. 3 in G Major, Op. 3, HWV 314: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Georg Kallweit
Water Music, Suite No. 3 in G Major, HWV 350: I. LentementGeorge Frideric Handel, B'Rock Orchestra, Dmitry Sinkovsky
Concerto grosso No. 1 in B-Flat Major, Op. 3, HWV 312: I. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Georg Kallweit
Parnasso in festa, HWV 73, Pt. 1: OuvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, La Cetra Barockorchester, Andrea Marcon
Concerto grosso No. 4 in F Major, Op. 3, HWV 315 "Orchestra": II. AndanteGeorge Frideric Handel, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Georg Kallweit
Concerto grosso No. 4 in A Minor, Op. 6, HWV 322: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Bernhard Forck
Concerto Grosso in B Minor, Op. 6 No. 12, HWV 330: III. Aria. Larghetto e pianoGeorge Frideric Handel, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Bernhard Forck
Water Music, Suite No. 2 in D Major, HWV 349: III. [Menuet]George Frideric Handel, B'Rock Orchestra, Dmitry Sinkovsky
Sonata a tre in G Minor, Op. 2 No. 6, HWV 391: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Boris Begelman, Arsenale Sonoro
Water Music, Suite No. 1 in F Major, HWV 348: X. [Allegro moderato]George Frideric Handel, B'Rock Orchestra, Dmitry Sinkovsky
Concerto Grosso in B-Flat Major, Op. 6 No. 7, HWV 325: I. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Bernhard Forck
Violin Sonata in G Minor, HWV 364a: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Boris Begelman, Arsenale Sonoro
Concerto Grosso in D Minor, Op. 6 No. 10, HWV 328: II. Air. LentementGeorge Frideric Handel, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Bernhard Forck
Concerto grosso No. 1 in B-Flat Major, Op. 3, HWV 312: II. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Georg Kallweit
Almira Suite, HWV 1: IV. SarabandeGeorge Frideric Handel, Francesco Corti, Il Pomo D'oro
Concerto grosso No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 3, HWV 313: II. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Georg Kallweit
Suite in E Major, HWV 430: II. AllemandeGeorge Frideric Handel, Inon Barnatan
Qual ti riveggio, oh Dio, HWV 150: Empio mare, onde crudeliGeorge Frideric Handel, Magdalena Kožená, Collegium 1704, Vaclav Luks
Agrippina, HWV 6: OvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, Collegium 1704, Vaclav Luks
Mi palpita il cor, HWV 132c: Aria. Se un dì m'adoraGeorge Frideric Handel, Francesca Aspromonte, Boris Begelman, Arsenale Sonoro
Tu fedel, tu costante, HWV 171: Aria. Se non ti piace amarmiGeorge Frideric Handel, Francesca Aspromonte, Boris Begelman, Arsenale Sonoro
Un'alma innamorata, HWV 173: Aria. Io godo, rido e speroGeorge Frideric Handel, Francesca Aspromonte, Boris Begelman, Arsenale Sonoro
Un'alma innamorata, HWV 173: Aria. Ben impari come s'amaGeorge Frideric Handel, Francesca Aspromonte, Boris Begelman, Arsenale Sonoro
Alcina, HWV 34: Tornami a vagheggiarGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Murphy, Myrsini Margariti, New Dutch Academy
Alessandro, HWV 21: Aria "Brilla nell'alma"George Frideric Handel, Simon Murphy, Myrsini Margariti, New Dutch Academy
Parnasso in festa, HWV 73, Pt. 1: Solo e Coro "Deh! cantate un bell'amor"George Frideric Handel, La Cetra Barockorchester, Andrea Marcon, David Hansen, La Cetra Vokalensemble Basel
Parnasso in festa, HWV 73, Pt. 1: Aria ''Verginelle dotte e belle"George Frideric Handel, La Cetra Barockorchester, Andrea Marcon, Robin Johannsen
Parnasso in festa, HWV 73, Pt. 1: Coro e Soli "S'accenda pur di festa il cor''George Frideric Handel, La Cetra Barockorchester, Andrea Marcon, La Cetra Vokalensemble Basel
Parnasso in festa, HWV 73, Pt. 2: Aria e Coro "Ho perso il caro ben"George Frideric Handel, La Cetra Barockorchester, Andrea Marcon, Kangmin Justin Kim
La Resurrezione: OvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, I Barocchisti, Diego Fasolis
La Resurrezione: Se impassibile, immortaleGeorge Frideric Handel, Francesca Aspromonte, I Barocchisti, Diego Fasolis
Mi palpita il cor, HWV 132c: I. Mi palpita il cor - Agitata e l'alma mia - Tormento e gelosiaGeorge Frideric Handel, Bejun Mehta, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Bernhard Forck
I Will Magnify Thee, HWV 250b: I. I Will Magnify TheeGeorge Frideric Handel, Bejun Mehta, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Bernhard Forck
The Choice of Hercules, HWV 69: No. 10, Yet, Can I Hear That Dulcet LayGeorge Frideric Handel, Bejun Mehta, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Bernhard Forck
Giulo Cesare in Egitto, HWV 17: V'adoro, pupilleGeorge Frideric Handel, Lucy Crowe, La Nuova Musica, David Bates
Giulo Cesare in Egitto, HWV 17, Act II : SinfoniaGeorge Frideric Handel, Iestyn Davies, La Nuova Musica, David Bates
Alcina, HWV 34: Sta nell' Ircana pietrosa tanaGeorge Frideric Handel, Christine Rice, La Nuova Musica, David Bates
Agrippina, HWV 6: Se giunge un dispettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Lucy Crowe, La Nuova Musica, David Bates
Rodrigo, HWV 5: PassacailleGeorge Frideric Handel, La Nuova Musica, David Bates
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. I: No. 1, SinfonyGeorge Frideric Handel, Justin Doyle, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. I: No. 3, Ev'ry valley shall be exaltedGeorge Frideric Handel, Justin Doyle, Thomas Hobbs, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin
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