Bach's contemporary and one of the supreme masters
of the baroque, Handel (1685-1759) settled in England after working
in his native Germany and Italy and became the greatest English
composer of his day. Unlike Bach, Handel created many magnificent
operas, but he stands out for inventing the English oratorio:
unstaged drama at its most ingenious, filled with timeless arias
and choruses. Here
are his essential recordings.
Our recommendations for the best CD's from the best
artists.
Whether you're thinking of exploring an unfamiliar style or already
building a focused collection, our Essentials pages can streamline
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and thousands of recordings that matter.
