Handel: L'allegro, Il Penseroso Ed Il Moderato [ CD / Album ]

Name: Handel: L'allegro, Il Penseroso Ed Il Moderato
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Handel: L'allegro, Il Penseroso Ed Il Moderato

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Released Date: 29 Jan 2016
Genre: Classical

Our Take

Opening with Handel's iconic melodies, the album "Handel Lallegro Il Penseroso Ed Il Moderato Veritas X2" throws you headfirst into a whirlwind of Baroque bliss. Kwella, McLaughlin, Varcoe, and the Monteverdi Choir, along with the English Baroque Soloists, bring a level of virtuosity to Handel's compositions that is simply mind-blowing.

From the thunderous crescendos to the delicate trills, every note is executed with precision and passion. John Eliot Gardiner's direction is masterful, guiding the ensemble through Handel's intricate arrangements with finesse and flair.

"Handel Lallegro Il Penseroso Ed Il Moderato Veritas X2" is a vibrant tapestry of sound, weaving together vocal and instrumental performances in a seamless fusion of joy and contemplation. The Monteverdi Choir's harmonies are angelic, soaring and shimmering like a chandelier in a grand ballroom.

The English Baroque Soloists shine brightest in the instrumental interludes, showcasing their technical prowess and deep connection to Handel's music. Each movement is a journey in itself, taking the listener on a rollercoaster ride of emotions and musical textures.

Overall, "Handel Lallegro Il Penseroso Ed Il Moderato Veritas X2" is a triumph of Baroque music, a testament to the enduring power and beauty of Handel's compositions. Whether you're a seasoned classical music aficionado or a curious newcomer, this album is a must-listen for anyone looking to elevate their musical palette. Go ahead, immerse yourself in the world of Handel – you won't be disappointed.

Track Listing

Disc: 1
1. Hence Loathed Melancholy
2. Hence Vain Deluding Joyes
3. Come, Thou Goddess Fair and Free
4. Come Rather, Goddess, Sage and Holy
5. Haste Thee, Nymph, and Bring With Thee
6. Haste Thee, Nymph, and Bring With Thee
7. Come, and Trip It As You Go
8. Come, Pensive Nun, Devout and Pure
9. Come, But Keep Thy Wonted State - Join With Thee
10. Hence, Loathed Melancholy - And If I Give the Honour Due
11. First, and Chief, On Golden Wing
12. If I Give Thee Honour Due
13. Oft On a Plat of Rising Ground
14. Far from All Resort of Mirth
15. If I Give Thee Honour Due
16. Straight Mine Eye Hath Caught New Pleasures
17. Or Let the Merry Bells - And Young and Old Come

Disc: 2
1. Hence, Vain Deluding Joys
2. Thus Night Oft See Me
3. Populous Cities Please Me Then
4. There Let Hymen Oft Appear
5. Me, When the Sun Begins to Fling
6. I'll to the Well-trod Stage Anon
7. And Ever Against Eating Cares
8. Orpheus' Self May Heave His Head
9. These Delights If Thou Canst Give
10. But Let My Due Feet Never Fail
11. There Let the Pealing Organ Blow - And Let Their Sweetness
12. May at Last My Weary Age - These Pleasures, Melancholy, Give
13. Hence, Boast Not - All This Company Serene
14. Come, With Gentle Hand Restrain
15. No More Short Life
16. As Steals the Morn Upon the Night
17. Thy Pleasure, Moderation Give