Handel: Israel in Egypt etc - George Frideric Handel - Vinyl LP UK

Handel: Israel in Egypt etc - George Frideric Handel

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the powerful and dramatic oratorio "Israel in Egypt" by George Frideric Handel, a masterpiece that showcases the composer's extraordinary talent for choral and orchestral writing. This live recording, released in 1995 by Decca Music Group Ltd., captures the grandeur and intensity of Handel's work, offering a captivating journey through the biblical story of the Exodus.

The album spans over an hour and forty minutes, divided into two parts. The first part, "Exodus," narrates the plagues of Egypt and the Israelites' liberation, while the second part, "Moses' Song," celebrates their deliverance with triumphant choruses and arias. The performance is a testament to Handel's ability to evoke a wide range of emotions, from the somber and reflective to the jubilant and exhilarating.

In addition to "Israel in Egypt," the album also includes two of Handel's Coronation Anthems, "Zadok the Priest" (HWV 258) and "The King shall rejoice" (HWV 260). These anthems, composed for the coronations of British monarchs, are renowned for their majestic and celebratory character, adding a regal touch to the album.

Handel's "Israel in Egypt etc." is a must-listen for fans of classical, choral, and opera music, offering a rich and rewarding experience that highlights the genius of one of the most influential composers in history.

1 januari 1995© 2009 Decca Music Group Limited℗ 1995 Universal International Music B.V.

Tracks

Israel In Egypt, HWV 54: Overture - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
1:56
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 1: Exodus: "Now there arose a new king...And the children of Israel sighed" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Collin Patrick, Nicolas Robertson, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
3:50
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 1: Exodus: "Then sent He Moses...They loathed to drink of the river" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Philip Salmon, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
2:31
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 1: Exodus: "Their land brought forth frogs" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Ashley Stafford, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
2:15
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 1: Exodus: "He spake the word" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
2:03
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 1: Exodus: "He gave them hailstones" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
2:03
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 1: Exodus: "He sent a thick darkness" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
2:44
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 1: Exodus: "He smote all the first-born of Egypt" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
2:18
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 1: Exodus: "But as for his people" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
4:00
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 1: Exodus: "Egypt was glad when they departed" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
3:03
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 1: Exodus: "He rebuked the Red Sea" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
2:58
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 1: Exodus: "And Israel saw that great work" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
3:57
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 2: Moses' Song: "Moses and the children of Israel" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
3:19
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 2: Moses' Song: "The Lord is my strength" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Ruth Holton, Elisabeth Priday, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
4:19
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 2: Moses' Song: "He is my God" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
3:03
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 2: Moses' Song: "The Lord is a man of war" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Julian Clarkson, Christopher Purves, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
5:38
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 2: Moses' Song: "The depths have covered them" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
2:06
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 2: Moses' Song: "Thy right hand, o Lord" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
3:34
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 2: Moses' Song: "And with the blast of thy nostrils" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
2:47
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 2: Moses' Song: "The enemy said: I will pursue" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Philip Salmon, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
2:19
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 2: Moses' Song: "Thou didst blow with the wind" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Elisabeth Priday, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
2:08
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 2: Moses' Song: "Who is like unto thee" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
2:25
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 2: Moses' Song: "Thou in thy mercy" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Jonathan Peter Kenny, Philip Salmon, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
4:31
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 2: Moses' Song: The people shall hear and be afraid" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
7:37
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 2: Moses' Song: "Thou shalt bring them" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Michael Chance, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
3:49
Israel In Egypt, HWV 54 / Part 2: Moses' Song: "The Lord shall reign...For the horse of Pharoah...And Miriam the prophetess...Sing ye to the Lord" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Donna Deam, Paul Tindall, Andrew Tusa, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
5:05
Coronation Anthem No. 1, HWV 258 "Zadok the Priest”George Frideric Handel, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
5:45
The King shall rejoice (Coronation Anthem No. 3, HWV 260)George Frideric Handel, The Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
10:36

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George Frideric Handel, a titan of the Baroque era, was a German-British composer whose works continue to resonate across centuries. Born in 1685, Handel's compositions, spanning classical, choral, and opera genres, are celebrated for their dramatic intensity and melodic richness. His masterpieces, such as "Messiah" and "Water Music," showcase his unparalleled ability to blend German precision with British grandeur. Handel's music, filled with passion and innovation, offers a journey through the grandeur of the Baroque period, making him a cornerstone of classical music history.

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