Immerse yourself in the timeless masterpiece of George Frideric Handel with "Handel: Messiah Highlights, HWV 56." Released on January 1, 2006, under the Brilliant Classics label, this album captures the essence of Handel's most celebrated choral work, "Messiah." Spanning a concise yet powerful 66 minutes, the album is a brilliant compilation of highlights from the original oratorio, offering a perfect blend of classical elegance and choral grandeur.
Handel's "Messiah" is a cornerstone of classical music, renowned for its profound lyrics and majestic compositions. This album features iconic pieces such as "Hallelujah," "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth," and "For Unto Us a Child Is Born," each performed with the precision and passion that Handel's work deserves. The album seamlessly transitions through the three parts of the oratorio, showcasing the depth and range of Handel's musical genius.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a captivating journey through some of the most beloved and enduring compositions in the classical repertoire. The choral and operatic elements come together to create a harmonious and uplifting listening experience that is both inspiring and deeply moving.
2012 Brilliant Classics2006 Brilliant Classics
Tracks
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: SinfoniaGeorge Frideric Handel, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "Comfort Ye My People"George Frideric Handel, John Mark Ainsley, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "Ev'ry Valley Shall Be Exalted"George Frideric Handel, John Mark Ainsley, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "And the Glory of the Lord Shall Be Revealed"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "For Unto Us a Child Is Born"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: PastoraleGeorge Frideric Handel, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "And Suddenly There Was With the Angel"George Frideric Handel, Lynne Dawson, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "Glory to God in the Highest"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "Rejoice Greatly, O Daughter of Zion"George Frideric Handel, Lynne Dawson, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "He Shall Feed His Flock Like a Shepherd"George Frideric Handel, Lynne Dawson, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 1: "His Yoke Is Easy"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2: "He Was Despised and Rejected of Men"George Frideric Handel, Hillary Summers, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2: "Surely He Has Borne Our Griefs and Carried Our Sorrows"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2: "All We Like Sheep Have Gone Astray"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2: "The Lord Gave the Word"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2: "Why Do the Nations?"George Frideric Handel, Alastair Miles, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2: "Hallelujah!"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 3: "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth"George Frideric Handel, Lynne Dawson, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 3: "Worthy Is the Lamb... Amen"George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Brandenburg Consort, Stephen Cleobury