Immerse yourself in the resplendent choral masterpiece of George Frideric Handel with "Handel: Te Deum." This album, released in 1969, features the renowned "Dettingen" Te Deum in D Major, HWV 283, a composition that showcases Handel's unparalleled skill in choral and orchestral writing. Commemorating the victory at the Battle of Dettingen, this Te Deum is Handel's fifth and final setting of the ancient Ambrosian hymn, "We Praise Thee, O God."
The album spans 40 minutes and includes 13 tracks, each a movement of the Te Deum, sung in German. The performance is led by the Alsfelder Vocal Ensemble and the Concerto Polacco, conducted by Wolfgang Helbich, with soloists adding depth and brilliance to the choral texture. The ensemble's precise execution and the soloists' virtuosity bring Handel's intricate compositions to life, making this recording a standout in the choral repertoire.
Handel's "Dettingen" Te Deum is a testament to his ability to blend grandeur and intimacy, creating a work that is both celebratory and deeply spiritual. The album is a must-listen for fans of Baroque music, choral enthusiasts, and anyone appreciating the rich tapestry of Handel's compositions. The intricate harmonies and dynamic contrasts in this Te Deum highlight Handel's genius and his enduring influence on Western music.
Te Deum in D Major, HWV 283, "Dettingen": We praise thee, O GodGeorge Frideric Handel, Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Solistenvereinigung des Berliner Rundfunks, Helmut Koch
Te Deum in D Major, HWV 283, "Dettingen": All the earth doth worship theeGeorge Frideric Handel, Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Solistenvereinigung des Berliner Rundfunks, Helmut Koch
Te Deum in D Major, HWV 283, "Dettingen": To Thee all angels cry aloudGeorge Frideric Handel, Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Solistenvereinigung des Berliner Rundfunks, Helmut Koch
Te Deum in D Major, HWV 283, "Dettingen": To Thee Cherubin and SeraphinGeorge Frideric Handel, Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Solistenvereinigung des Berliner Rundfunks, Helmut Koch
Te Deum in D Major, HWV 283, "Dettingen": The glorious company of the apostlesGeorge Frideric Handel, Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Solistenvereinigung des Berliner Rundfunks, Helmut Koch
Te Deum in D Major, HWV 283, "Dettingen": Thou art the King of GloryGeorge Frideric Handel, Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Solistenvereinigung des Berliner Rundfunks, Helmut Koch, Gunther Leib
Te Deum in D Major, HWV 283, "Dettingen": When Thou tookest upon Thee to deliver manGeorge Frideric Handel, Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Helmut Koch, Gunther Leib
Te Deum in D Major, HWV 283, "Dettingen": When Thou hadst overcome the sharpness of deathGeorge Frideric Handel, Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Solistenvereinigung des Berliner Rundfunks, Helmut Koch
Te Deum in D Major, HWV 283, "Dettingen": Thou sittest at the right hand of GodGeorge Frideric Handel, Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Solistenvereinigung des Berliner Rundfunks, Helmut Koch
Te Deum in D Major, HWV 283, "Dettingen": Make them to be numbered with thy saintsGeorge Frideric Handel, Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Solistenvereinigung des Berliner Rundfunks, Helmut Koch
Te Deum in D Major, HWV 283, "Dettingen": Day by day we magnify theeGeorge Frideric Handel, Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Solistenvereinigung des Berliner Rundfunks, Helmut Koch
Te Deum in D Major, HWV 283, "Dettingen": Vouchsafe, O Lord, to keep us this dayGeorge Frideric Handel, Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Helmut Koch, Gunther Leib
Te Deum in D Major, HWV 283, "Dettingen": O Lord, in thee have I trustedGeorge Frideric Handel, Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rundfunkchor Berlin, Solistenvereinigung des Berliner Rundfunks, Helmut Koch
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