Alceste, HWV 45, Act IV: "Enjoy the sweet Elysian grove"George Frideric Handel, Mark Padmore, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
Semele, HWV 58, Act II Scene 3: "Where 'er you walk" (Jupiter)George Frideric Handel, Mark Padmore, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
Il trionfo del Tempo e del Disinganno, HWV 46a,, Part I: "Ume voi"George Frideric Handel, Mark Padmore, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
Tamerlano, HWV 18, Act I Scene 1: "Forte e lieto"George Frideric Handel, Mark Padmore, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
Tamerlano, HWV 18, Act III Scene 10: "Oh per me lieto, avventuroso giorno!"George Frideric Handel, Mark Padmore, Robin Blaze, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
Tamerlano, HWV 18, Act III Scene 10: "Figlia mia / Tu, spietato"George Frideric Handel, Mark Padmore, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
Samson, HWV 57, Act I Scene 2: Total eclipseGeorge Frideric Handel, Mark Padmore, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
Samson, HWV 57, Act II Scene 2: "Did love constrain thee?"George Frideric Handel, Mark Padmore, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
Samson, HWV 57, Act II Scene 2: "Your charms to ruin led the way"George Frideric Handel, Mark Padmore, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
Samson, HWV 57, Act III Scene 1: "Let but that spirit / Then shall I make"George Frideric Handel, Mark Padmore, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
Samson, HWV 57, Act III Scene 1: "Thus when the sun from's wat'ry bed"George Frideric Handel, Mark Padmore, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
Rodelinda, HWV 19, Act III Scene 6: "Fatto inferno"George Frideric Handel, Mark Padmore, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
Rodelinda, HWV 19, Act III Scene 6: "Pastorello d'un povero armento"George Frideric Handel, Mark Padmore, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
Esther, HWV 50a, Act I Scene 2: "Tune your harps"George Frideric Handel, Mark Padmore, Katharina Spreckelsen, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
Jephtha, HWV 70, Act II Scene 2: "Heav'n smiles once more"George Frideric Handel, Mark Padmore, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
Jephtha, HWV 70, Act II Scene 2: "His mighty arm"George Frideric Handel, Mark Padmore, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
Jephtha, HWV 70, Act III Scene 1: "Waft her, angels"George Frideric Handel, Mark Padmore, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
L'Allegro, Il Penseroso, ed il Moderato, HWV 55, Part III: "As steals the morn"George Frideric Handel, Lucy Crowe, Mark Padmore, The English Concert, Andrew Manze
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of George Frideric Handel's vocal mastery with "As Steals the Morn...Handel: Arias & Scenes for Tenor." Released on June 12, 2007, this exquisite collection of arias and scenes showcases the brilliance of Handel's compositional genius, performed with unparalleled artistry. Spanning a captivating 77 minutes, this album is a testament to Handel's enduring influence in the realms of classical, choral, and opera music.
The album features a stunning array of pieces from some of Handel's most celebrated works, including "Alceste," "Semele," "Il trionfo del Tempo e del Disinganno," "Tamerlano," "Samson," "Rodelinda," "Esther," and "Jephtha." Each track is a masterclass in vocal technique and emotional depth, showcasing the tenor voice in all its glory. From the soaring melodies of "Where 'er you walk" to the poignant beauty of "Did love constrain thee?", this album is a journey through the full spectrum of human emotion.
Recorded under the prestigious Harmonia Mundi label, "As Steals the Morn..." is a must-listen for anyone with a passion for classical music. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or a newcomer to Handel's work, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the enduring power of Handel's music.
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