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      2. händel: semele hwv 58 - george frideric handel

      Händel: Semele HWV 58

      George Frideric HandelGeorge Frideric Handel
      • 1997
      • 80 tracks
      • 1 uur, 53 min
      • classical
      Händel: Semele HWV 58 - George Frideric Handel
      Händel: Semele HWV 58 - George Frideric Handel

      Album Details

      Immerse yourself in the majestic world of George Frideric Handel's 'Händel: Semele HWV 58', a sublime classical opera that showcases the composer's mastery of choral and orchestral music. Released on 1 January 1997 by Berlin Classics, this captivating album spans 1 hour and 53 minutes, transporting you to a realm of timeless beauty.

      With its intricate plot and memorable characters, 'Semele' is a testament to Handel's innovative spirit and artistic genius. The opera's three acts are woven together by a rich tapestry of arias, choruses, and instrumental pieces, each one a masterpiece of Baroque music. From the grandeur of the overture to the intimacy of the solo vocals, every moment is a testament to Handel's skill in crafting music that is both powerful and poignant.

      As you delve into the world of 'Semele', you will encounter a kaleidoscope of emotions, from the joy and celebration of Act I to the turmoil and drama of Act II, and finally, the tragic conclusion of Act III. With its universal themes of love, desire, and mortality, this opera continues to resonate with audiences today, offering a profound and deeply moving experience that will leave you breathless and inspired.

      The 'Händel: Semele HWV 58' album is a must-listen for fans of classical music, opera, and choral works, as well as anyone seeking to explore the rich cultural heritage of the Baroque era. So, let the sublime music of George Frideric Handel envelop you, and discover the enduring beauty of 'Semele' for yourself.

      January 1, 19971997 edel Gesellschaft für Produktmarketing mbH1997 edel Gesellschaft für Produktmarketing mbH

      Tracks

      1. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - OvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild
        5:46
      2. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - GavotteGeorge Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild
        2:09
      3. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Behold! Auspicious flashes rise"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Thomas Thomaschke
        2:14
      4. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Lucky omens bless our rites"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Berlin Radio Soloists
        4:25
      5. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Daughter, obey, Hear and obey!"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Hermann Christian Polster, Siegfried Lorenz
        1:12
      6. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Ah me, ah me! What refuge now is left me? - O Jove! In pity teach me which to choose"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Regina Werner
        2:42
      7. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "The morning lark to mine accords his note"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Regina Werner
        5:01
      8. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "See, she blushing turns her eyes"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Siegfried Lorenz
        0:25
      9. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Hymen, haste, thy torch prepare"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Siegfried Lorenz
        4:59
      10. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Alas, she yields, and has undone me!"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Regina Werner, Ingeborg Springer, Siegfried Lorenz
        0:47
      11. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Why dost thou thus untimely grieve"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Regina Werner, Ingeborg Springer, Hermann Christian Polster, Siegfried Lorenz
        2:30
      12. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Avert these omens, all ye pow'rs!"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Berlin Radio Soloists
        2:35
      13. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Again auspicious flashes rise"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Hermann Christian Polster
        1:04
      14. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Thy aid, pronubial Juno, Athamas implores!"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Regina Werner, Siegfried Lorenz
        0:12
      15. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Cease, cease your vows, 'tis impious to proceed"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Berlin Radio Soloists
        0:38
      16. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "O Athamas, what torture hast thou borne!"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Ingeborg Springer
        0:27
      17. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Turn, hopeless lover, turn thy eye"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Ingeborg Springer
        6:07
      18. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "She weeps!"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Siegfried Lorenz
        0:33
      19. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Your tuneful voice my tale would tell"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Siegfried Lorenz
        3:45
      20. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Too well I see, Thou wilt not understand me"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Ingeborg Springer, Siegfried Lorenz
        0:50
      21. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "You've undone me - With my life I would atone"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Ingeborg Springer, Siegfried Lorenz
        3:20
      22. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Ah, wretched prince, doom'd to disastrous love!"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Hermann Christian Polster, Siegfried Lorenz
        0:46
      23. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Wing'd with our fears and pious haste"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Hermann Christian Polster
        1:11
      24. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "See, see, Jove's Priests and holy Augurs come"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Ingeborg Springer, Hermann Christian Polster, Siegfried Lorenz
        0:40
      25. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Hail, Cadmus, hail! Jove salutes the Theban King"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Berlin Radio Soloists
        1:53
      26. Semele, HWV 58: Act I - "Endless pleasure, endless love"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Berlin Radio Soloists, Regina Werner
        6:14
      27. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - SymphonyGeorge Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild
        1:42
      28. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "Iris, impatient of thy stay"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Renate Hoff, Gisela Pohl
        0:45
      29. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "There, from mortal cares retiring"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Renate Hoff
        3:53
      30. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "No more, I'll hear no more!"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Gisela Pohl
        0:08
      31. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "Awake, Saturnia, from thy lethargy!"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Renate Hoff, Gisela Pohl
        2:17
      32. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "Hence, Iris, hence away"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Gisela Pohl
        3:42
      33. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "O sleep, why dost thou leave me?"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Regina Werner
        2:42
      34. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "Let me not another moment bear the pangs of absence"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Regina Werner
        0:19
      35. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "Lay your doubts and fears aside"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Eberhard Büchner
        2:16
      36. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "You are mortal and require time to rest"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Eberhard Büchner
        0:24
      37. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "With fond desiring"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Regina Werner
        3:41
      38. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "How engaging, how endearing"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Berlin Radio Soloists
        3:47
      39. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "Ah me! - Why sighs my Semele?"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Regina Werner, Eberhard Büchner
        1:21
      40. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "I must with speed amuse her"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Eberhard Büchner
        2:45
      41. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "Now Love that everlasting boy invites"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Rundfunkchor Berlin
        2:51
      42. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "By my command"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Regina Werner, Eberhard Büchner
        1:10
      43. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "Where'er you walk"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Eberhard Büchner
        3:32
      44. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "Dear sister, how was your passage hither?"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Regina Werner, Ingeborg Springer
        0:43
      45. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "But hark, the heav'nly sphere turns round"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Ingeborg Springer
        1:34
      46. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "Prepare then, ye immortal choir!"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Regina Werner, Ingeborg Springer
        2:08
      47. Semele, HWV 58: Act II - "Bless the glad earth with heav'nly lays"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Berlin Radio Soloists
        3:19
      48. Semele, HWV 58: Act III - Larghetto e piano per tuttoGeorge Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild
        1:38
      49. Semele, HWV 58: Act III - "Somnus, awake! Eaise thy reclining head!"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Renate Hoff, Gisela Pohl
        0:40
      50. Semele, HWV 58: Act III - "Leave me, loathsome light"George Frideric Handel, Helmut Koch, Berlin Rundfunk Symphonie Orchester, Wolf-Dieter Hauschild, Fritz Hübner
        3:01
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      About George Frideric Handel

      George Frideric Handel, born in 1685 in Halle, Germany, is one of the most celebrated composers of the Baroque era, renowned for his enduring influence on classical music. His prolific career spanned various genres, including operas, oratorios, anthems, and concerti grossi. Handel's compositions, such as the iconic 'Water Music' and 'Music for the Royal Fireworks', continue to captivate audiences today. After settling in London in 1712, he became a prominent figure in British musical life, leaving an indelible mark on the country's cultural landscape. Handel's works are celebrated for their grandeur and emotional depth, making him a cornerstone of the Baroque period and a symbol of European musical heritage. His final resting place is in the south transept of Westminster Abbey, a testament to his enduring legacy.

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