Dive into the exquisite world of George Frideric Handel with the captivating album "Anne Sofie von Otter singt Händel." This stunning collection, released on January 1, 2011, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, showcases the timeless genius of Handel through a selection of his most profound and moving works. Spanning a little over an hour, this album is a masterful blend of classical, choral, and operatic brilliance, featuring some of Handel's most celebrated arias and choruses.
Anne Sofie von Otter, renowned for her extraordinary vocal prowess and emotional depth, brings Handel's compositions to life with unparalleled grace and passion. The album includes live performances from notable venues, adding an extra layer of authenticity and energy to the recordings. From the powerful "Messiah" to the dramatic arias of "Giulio Cesare in Egitto" and "Ariodante," each track is a testament to Handel's enduring legacy and von Otter's exceptional artistry.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Handel's work, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Handel's music, expertly interpreted by one of today's most celebrated vocalists.
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 3: L. "If God Be for Us"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Giulio Cesare in Egitto, HWV 17 / Atto primo: No. 5 Aria "Svegliatevi nel core" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
Giulio Cesare in Egitto, HWV 17 / Atto terzo: No. 35 Aria "La giustizia ha già sull'arco" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
Ariodante, HWV 33 / Act 3: "Bramo aver mille vite..." - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Lynne Dawson, Anne Sofie von Otter, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
Hercules, HWV 60 / Act 1: Aria: "The world, when day's career is run"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
Hercules, HWV 60 / Act 2: Aria: "Resign thy club and lion's spoils"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
Hercules, HWV 60 / Act 3: Recit. acc: "Where shall I fly?"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
Jephtha, HWV 70 / Act 1: "'Twill be a painful separation, Jephta...In gentle murmurs will I mourn" - Live in Göttingen / 1988George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Jephtha / Act 1: "Scenes of horror, scenes of woe"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Jephtha, HWV 70 / Act 3: "Sweet as sight to the blind" - Live in Göttingen / 1988George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Ariodante HWV 33 / Act 2: "Tu preparati a morire" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
Ariodante HWV 33 / Act 2: "Scherza infida in grembo al drudo" - ExcerptGeorge Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
Donna, che in ciel di tanta luce splendi, HWV 233: IX. Aria & Chorus. Maria, salute e spemeGeorge Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel, Chorus
Il pianto di Maria (Prev. Attrib. Handel as HWV 234): II. Cavatina. Se d'un Dio fui fatta madreGiovanni Battista Ferrandini, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
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: 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
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