Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of George Frideric Handel's masterful compositions with this comprehensive collection of his Organ Concertos, Op. 4 & Op. 7. Released in 1997 by Hyperion, this album spans over two and a half hours, offering a rich tapestry of classical, choral, and operatic elements that showcase Handel's unparalleled genius.
This album features a stunning array of 50 tracks, meticulously performed and recorded to capture the essence of Handel's original works. The Organ Concertos, Op. 4 and Op. 7, are among Handel's most celebrated compositions, originally designed as interval music to be played during performances. These concertos are a testament to Handel's innovative approach to music, blending the grandeur of the organ with the delicate nuances of the orchestra.
The album begins with the Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 1, and progresses through a series of concertos in various keys and moods, each offering a unique perspective on Handel's artistic vision. From the somber and reflective pieces to the lively and energetic movements, every track is a masterclass in baroque composition.
Highlights include the Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 3, which features a captivating menuet, and the Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 4, which concludes with a triumphant Choral Alleluia. The inclusion of the Harp Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 6, adds a touch of diversity to the collection, showcasing Handel's versatility as a composer.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Handel's works, this album offers a profound and enriching experience. The meticulous attention to detail in the performances and the high-quality recording ensure that every note resonates with clarity and depth, allowing you to fully appreciate the beauty and complexity of Handel's compositions.
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 1: I. Larghetto e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 1: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 1: III. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 1: IV. AndanteGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 2: I. A tempo ordinario e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Roy Goodman, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 2: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 2: III. Adagio e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 2: IV. Allegro ma non prestoGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 3: I. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 3: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 3: III. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 3: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 4: I. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 4: II. AndanteGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 4: III. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 4: IV. Allegro – Choral AlleluiaGeorge Frideric Handel, Choir of Clare College, Cambridge, Paul Nicholson, Timothy Brown, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 5: I. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 5: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 5: III. Alla sicilianaGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 5: IV. PrestoGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 3: I. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 3: II. Organo ad libitum. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 3: III. Organo ad libitum. FugueGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 3: IV. SpiritosoGeorge Frideric Handel, Brandenburg Consort, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 3: V. Menuets I/II alternativoGeorge Frideric Handel, Roy Goodman, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 1: I. AndanteGeorge Frideric Handel, Roy Goodman, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 1: II. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 1: III. Largo e pianoGeorge Frideric Handel, Roy Goodman, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 1: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 1: V. Bourrée. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in A Major, Op. 7 No. 2: I. OuvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in A Major, Op. 7 No. 2: II. A tempo ordinarioGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in A Major, Op. 7 No. 2: III. Organo ad libitum. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Roy Goodman, Paul Nicholson, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in A Major, Op. 7 No. 2: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Harp Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 6: I. Andante – AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Roy Goodman, Frances Kelly, Brandenburg Consort
Harp Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 6: II. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Frances Kelly, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Harp Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 4 No. 6: III. Allegro moderatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Frances Kelly, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in D Minor, Op. 7 No. 4: I. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in D Minor, Op. 7 No. 4: II. Allegro così cosìGeorge Frideric Handel, Brandenburg Consort, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman
Organ Concerto in D Minor, Op. 7 No. 4: III. Organo ad libitum. PreludeGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in D Minor, Op. 7 No. 4: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 7 No. 5: I. Staccato ma non troppo allegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 7 No. 5: II. Organo ad libitum. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 7 No. 5: III. Andante larghetto e staccatoGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 7 No. 5: IV. Organo ad libitum. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 7 No. 5: V. MenuetGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 7 No. 5: VI. GavotteGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 6: I. PomposoGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 6: II. Organo ad libitum. AllemandeGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
Organ Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 6: III. Air. A tempo ordinarioGeorge Frideric Handel, Paul Nicholson, Roy Goodman, Brandenburg Consort
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