Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of George Frideric Handel's masterful compositions with the album "Kenneth McKellar Sings Handel." Released on January 1, 2012, under Decca Music Group Ltd., this collection showcases the brilliance of Handel's choral and operatic works, spanning a rich tapestry of genres including classical, choral, and opera. The album features a captivating array of pieces, from the poignant "Frondi tenere...Ombra mai fu" from "Serse, HWV 40" to the triumphant choruses of "Messiah, HWV 56." Kenneth McKellar's exquisite vocals bring a new depth and resonance to these beloved works, making this album a true celebration of Handel's enduring legacy. With a duration of 1 hour and 4 minutes, this album is a must-listen for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and those new to the genre.
Serse, HWV 40 / Act 1: "Frondi tenere...Ombra mai fu"George Frideric Handel, Kenneth McKellar, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Adrian Boult
Acis and Galatea, HWV 49 / Act 1: "Love In Her Eyes Sits Playing"George Frideric Handel, Kenneth McKellar, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Adrian Boult
Tolomeo, HWV 25 - English text: Silent Worship ("Did'st Thou Not See My Lady?")George Frideric Handel, Kenneth McKellar, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Adrian Boult
Jephtha, HWV 70 / Act 2: "Deeper, and Deeper Still"George Frideric Handel, Kenneth McKellar, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Adrian Boult
Semele HWV 58 / Act 2: "Where'er You Walk"George Frideric Handel, Kenneth McKellar, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Adrian Boult
Judas Maccabaeus HWV 63 / Part 2: "Thanks To My Brethren...How Vain Is Man"George Frideric Handel, Kenneth McKellar, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Adrian Boult
Judas Maccabaeus HWV 63 / Part 2: "My Arms! Against This Gorgias...Sound an Alarm"George Frideric Handel, Kenneth McKellar, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Adrian Boult
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: "Comfort ye, My People...Ev'ry Valley Shall Be Exalted"George Frideric Handel, Kenneth McKellar, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Adrian Boult
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: 25. Accompagnato: All They That See Him - 26. Chorus: He Trusted In God"George Frideric Handel, Kenneth McKellar, London Symphony Chorus, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Messiah, HWV 56 / Part 2: "Thy Rebuke Hath Broken His Heart...Behold and See"George Frideric Handel, Kenneth McKellar, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: 29. Accompagnato: He Was Cut Off - 30. Air: But Thou Didst Not Leave His Soul In HellGeorge Frideric Handel, Kenneth McKellar, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: 32. Recitative: Unto which of the angels - 33. Chorus: Let all the angelsGeorge Frideric Handel, Kenneth McKellar, London Symphony Chorus, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: 40. Recitative: He that dwelleth in heaven - 41. Air: Thou shalt break themGeorge Frideric Handel, Kenneth McKellar, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 3: 47. Recitative: Then shall be brought to pass - 48. Duet: O death where is thy sting - 49. Chorus: But thanks be to GodGeorge Frideric Handel, Grace Bumbry, Kenneth McKellar, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
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