Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of George Frideric Handel with this captivating collection of sacred choral works. Released on March 29, 2024, under the esteemed harmonia mundi label, this album showcases Handel's mastery of the choral genre, blending classical elegance with profound spiritual depth. Spanning a concise yet impactful 61 minutes, the album features three of Handel's most renowned compositions: "Dixit Dominus" (HWV 232), "Nisi Dominus" (HWV 238), and "Laudate pueri" (HWV 237). Each piece is a testament to Handel's ability to evoke both grandeur and intimacy, with intricate part-writing and soaring melodies that highlight the virtuosity of the performing forces. From the majestic opening of "Dixit Dominus" to the serene conclusion of "Laudate pueri," this album offers a comprehensive exploration of Handel's sacred choral repertoire, making it an essential addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
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Tracks
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: I. Dixit DominusGeorge Frideric Handel, Johanna Winkel, Alex Potter, Hugo Hymas, RIAS Kammerchor, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: II. Virgam virtutis tuaeGeorge Frideric Handel, Alex Potter, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: III. Tecum principium in die virtutisGeorge Frideric Handel, Johanna Winkel, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: IV. Juravit DominusGeorge Frideric Handel, RIAS Kammerchor, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: V. Tu es sacerdos in aeternumGeorge Frideric Handel, RIAS Kammerchor, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: VI. Dominus a dextris tuisGeorge Frideric Handel, Johanna Winkel, Viktoria Wilson, Alex Potter, Hugo Hymas, Andreas Wolf, RIAS Kammerchor, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: VII. Judicabit in nationibusGeorge Frideric Handel, RIAS Kammerchor, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: VIII. De torrente in via bibetGeorge Frideric Handel, RIAS Kammerchor, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: IX. Gloria PatriGeorge Frideric Handel, RIAS Kammerchor, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Nisi Dominus, HWV 238: I. Nisi DominusGeorge Frideric Handel, Johanna Winkel, Viktoria Wilson, Alex Potter, Hugo Hymas, Andreas Wolf, RIAS Kammerchor, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Nisi Dominus, HWV 238: II. Vanum est vobisGeorge Frideric Handel, Hugo Hymas, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Nisi Dominus, HWV 238: III. Cum dederitGeorge Frideric Handel, Alex Potter, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Nisi Dominus, HWV 238: IV. Sicut sagittaeGeorge Frideric Handel, Andreas Wolf, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Nisi Dominus, HWV 238: V. Beatus virGeorge Frideric Handel, Hugo Hymas, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Nisi Dominus, HWV 238: VI. Gloria PatriGeorge Frideric Handel, RIAS Kammerchor, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Laudate pueri, HWV 237: I. Laudate pueriGeorge Frideric Handel, Carolyn Sampson, RIAS Kammerchor, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Laudate pueri, HWV 237: II. Sit nomen DominiGeorge Frideric Handel, Carolyn Sampson, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Laudate pueri, HWV 237: III. A solis ortuGeorge Frideric Handel, Carolyn Sampson, RIAS Kammerchor, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Laudate pueri, HWV 237: IV. Excelsus super omnesGeorge Frideric Handel, Carolyn Sampson, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Laudate pueri, HWV 237: V. Quis sicut DominusGeorge Frideric Handel, RIAS Kammerchor, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Laudate pueri, HWV 237: VI. Suscitans a terraGeorge Frideric Handel, Carolyn Sampson, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Laudate pueri, HWV 237: VII. Qui habitare facitGeorge Frideric Handel, Carolyn Sampson, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
Laudate pueri, HWV 237: VIII. Gloria PatriGeorge Frideric Handel, Carolyn Sampson, RIAS Kammerchor, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Justin Doyle
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