Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of George Frideric Handel's "Chandos Anthems - The Lord Is My Light; As Pants the Hart." This exquisite collection, released in 1968 under Decca Music Group Ltd., is a masterful blend of classical, choral, and operatic genres, showcasing Handel's unparalleled compositional prowess. Spanning a concise yet impactful 51 minutes, the album features two of Handel's most renowned Chandos Anthems: "The Lord Is My Light" (HWV 255) and "As Pants the Hart" (HWV 251b).
"The Lord Is My Light" opens with a majestic Overture, setting the stage for a series of deeply moving and spiritually uplifting pieces. Each track, from the serene "The Lord Is My Light" to the triumphant "Sing Praises Unto the Lord," highlights Handel's ability to convey profound emotion and devotion through his music. The second anthem, "As Pants the Hart," begins with a captivating Sonata, followed by a series of tracks that range from the introspective "As Pants the Hart For Cooling Streams" to the resolute "Put Thy Trust in God."
Handel's intricate harmonies and dynamic contrasts are brought to life in this recording, offering a glimpse into the rich musical tapestry of the Baroque era. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to Handel's work, this album promises a rewarding and enriching listening experience.
Chandos Anthems / The Lord Is My Light, HWV 255: OvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Chandos Anthems / The Lord Is My Light, HWV 255: The Lord Is My LightGeorge Frideric Handel, Ian Partridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Chandos Anthems / The Lord Is My Light, HWV 255: Though an Host Of MenGeorge Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Chandos Anthems / The Lord Is My Light, HWV 255: One Thing Have I DesiredGeorge Frideric Handel, Ian Partridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Chandos Anthems / The Lord Is My Light, HWV 255: I Will Offer In His DwellingGeorge Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Chandos Anthems / The Lord Is My Light, HWV 255: For Who Is God But the Lord?George Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Chandos Anthems / The Lord Is My Light, HWV 255: The Lord Is My Strength and My ShieldGeorge Frideric Handel, Ian Partridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Chandos Anthems / The Lord Is My Light, HWV 255: It Is the Lord That Ruleth the SeaGeorge Frideric Handel, April Cantelo, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Chandos Anthems / The Lord Is My Light, HWV 255: Sing Praises Unto the LordGeorge Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Chandos Anthems / As Pants the Hart, HWV 251b: SonataGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Chandos Anthems / As Pants the Hart, HWV 251b: As Pants the Hart For Cooling StreamsGeorge Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Chandos Anthems / As Pants the Hart, HWV 251b: Tears Are My Daily FoodGeorge Frideric Handel, April Cantelo, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Chandos Anthems / As Pants the Hart, HWV 251b: Now, When I Think ThereuponGeorge Frideric Handel, Ian Partridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Chandos Anthems / As Pants the Hart, HWV 251b: In the Voice of Praise and ThanksgivingGeorge Frideric Handel, Choir of King's College, Cambridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Chandos Anthems / As Pants the Hart, HWV 251b: Why So Full of Grief, O My SoulGeorge Frideric Handel, April Cantelo, Ian Partridge, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks
Chandos Anthems / As Pants the Hart, HWV 251b: Put Thy Trust in GodGeorge Frideric Handel, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir David Willcocks, Ian Partridge, Choir of King's College, Cambridge
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