Georg Friedrich Händel, born on February 23, 1685, in Halle, Germany, was a… Read Full Bio ↴Georg Friedrich Händel, born on February 23, 1685, in Halle, Germany, was a prolific composer and one of the most significant figures of the Baroque era. Händel's musical talent was evident from a young age, and despite his father's initial opposition, he received early musical training and excelled in playing the harpsichord and organ.
In his early 20s, Händel traveled to Hamburg, where he immersed himself in the opera scene. There, he composed his first operas and gained recognition for his talent. Seeking further inspiration and opportunities, Händel journeyed to Italy in 1706, where he studied under renowned composers and absorbed the rich musical traditions of the country. During his time in Italy, he composed numerous operas and sacred music, establishing his reputation as a skilled composer.
In 1710, Händel settled in London, England, where he initially composed Italian operas for the Royal Academy of Music. However, as public taste changed, he transitioned to composing English-language oratorios, which combined elements of opera and sacred music. His oratorio "Esther" in 1718 marked the beginning of his success in this genre.
Händel's fame soared with his composition of the oratorio "Messiah" in 1741. Despite its initial lukewarm reception, "Messiah" eventually became one of the most beloved and frequently performed works in the Western classical repertoire. Händel's oratorios, including "Samson," "Judas Maccabaeus," and "Israel in Egypt," showcased his ability to blend grandeur, emotional depth, and dramatic storytelling.
Beyond oratorios, Händel composed instrumental music, including concertos and orchestral suites. His famous "Water Music" and "Music for the Royal Fireworks" exemplify his skill in crafting joyful and celebratory compositions. Händel's works exhibited a mastery of counterpoint, rich harmonies, and expressive melodies, earning him admiration and patronage from British nobility and royalty.
In his later years, Händel faced financial struggles and health issues, including a gradual loss of vision. However, he continued to compose prolifically, adapting to changing musical trends. Despite setbacks, his final oratorio, "Jephtha," was completed in 1751.
Georg Friedrich Händel passed away on April 14, 1759, leaving behind an immense musical legacy. His compositions played a crucial role in shaping the development of Western classical music, and his influence extended to composers such as Mozart and Beethoven. Händel's music continues to be celebrated for its grandeur, emotional depth, and timeless beauty, ensuring his enduring status as one of the greatest composers in history.
In his early 20s, Händel traveled to Hamburg, where he immersed himself in the opera scene. There, he composed his first operas and gained recognition for his talent. Seeking further inspiration and opportunities, Händel journeyed to Italy in 1706, where he studied under renowned composers and absorbed the rich musical traditions of the country. During his time in Italy, he composed numerous operas and sacred music, establishing his reputation as a skilled composer.
In 1710, Händel settled in London, England, where he initially composed Italian operas for the Royal Academy of Music. However, as public taste changed, he transitioned to composing English-language oratorios, which combined elements of opera and sacred music. His oratorio "Esther" in 1718 marked the beginning of his success in this genre.
Händel's fame soared with his composition of the oratorio "Messiah" in 1741. Despite its initial lukewarm reception, "Messiah" eventually became one of the most beloved and frequently performed works in the Western classical repertoire. Händel's oratorios, including "Samson," "Judas Maccabaeus," and "Israel in Egypt," showcased his ability to blend grandeur, emotional depth, and dramatic storytelling.
Beyond oratorios, Händel composed instrumental music, including concertos and orchestral suites. His famous "Water Music" and "Music for the Royal Fireworks" exemplify his skill in crafting joyful and celebratory compositions. Händel's works exhibited a mastery of counterpoint, rich harmonies, and expressive melodies, earning him admiration and patronage from British nobility and royalty.
In his later years, Händel faced financial struggles and health issues, including a gradual loss of vision. However, he continued to compose prolifically, adapting to changing musical trends. Despite setbacks, his final oratorio, "Jephtha," was completed in 1751.
Georg Friedrich Händel passed away on April 14, 1759, leaving behind an immense musical legacy. His compositions played a crucial role in shaping the development of Western classical music, and his influence extended to composers such as Mozart and Beethoven. Händel's music continues to be celebrated for its grandeur, emotional depth, and timeless beauty, ensuring his enduring status as one of the greatest composers in history.
Keyboard Suite in B-Flat Major HWV 434: III. Aria con variazioni
Georg Friedrich Händel Lyrics
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Arrival of the Queen of Sheba Şu hercai hayata bir kere geldik Yedik içtik doyduk kalktık …
Behold the Lamb of God Behold the Lamb of God, that taketh away the sin…
For Unto Us a Child Is Born For unto us a Child is born, unto us a…
Hallelujah Niechaj z nami będzie Pan, clleluja! Niech obroną będzie nam…
Hallelujah' Niechaj z nami będzie Pan, clleluja! Niech obroną będzie nam…
Lascia ch'io pianga Lascia ch'io pianga mia cruda sorte, E che sospiri la libert…
Menuet from Suite in G Minor HWV 439 Стой! Пока ещё не выключен свет Я хочу услышать ответ Скажи,…
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@ruperttmls7985
Disculpa que no conteste en Inglés, pero explicártelo se me dificulta mucho, por lo que te respondo en español:
El segundo set de suites (Londres, 1733) sobrevive en diversas fuentes bibliográficas:
1. Fragmentos autógrafos de Handel.
2. Publicaciones de contemporáneos.
3. Copias manuscritos de contemporáneos de Handel.
4. Copias manuscritas alemanas preservadas en la biblioteca de Berlin.
Para esta Sonata HWV 434, las ediciones Urtext como Baerenreiter o Henle tomaron como fuente dos copias contemporáneas preservadas en la librería británica, además también tomaron una impresión contemporánea publicada en Amsterdam por J. Roger y otra impresión previa anónima de 1727 (probablemente publicada por el editor John Walsh). De todas estas fuentes bibliográficas mencionadas solo la impresión anonima de 1727 incluye ese minué en G menor como movimiento final, todas las demás fuentes no lo incluyen.
Por lo tanto, al no ser incluido ese minué en todas las demás fuentes, y al estar en G menor que es una tonalidad completamente distinta a todas las demás partes de la sonata, se considera que no pertenece a la sonata y que alguien distinto a Handel fue quien lo agregó al final. Por eso decidieron dejarlo en un apéndice final.
Espero haberme dado a entender, es algo confuso 😅
@ninjaassassin27
Schiff is so underrated. His musicality in this work is amazing.
@syourke3
ninjaassassin27 I met him at a coffee shop in San Francisco some years ago. Very friendly chap, he was enjoying an espresso. I heard him perform an all Beethoven concert that evening at the symphony hall and he was fantastic. He’s a first rate musician, not a mere virtuoso.
@ninjaassassin27
Yes, and damn if the distinction between musician and virtuoso must be recognized more clearly. The best combination of the two to date exists in the form of Hamelin, and even that's a stretch.
@kangchenjunga591
Now, who is underrating Schiff? They must be completely ignorant.
@pianjeo
In my opinion, Schiff's playing of Bach in particular is a bit dry. That's not to say I don't respect his as a musician, or that I can in any way hold a candle to his pianistic abilities. However, I think his attitude towards the pedal in Bach doesn't compliment the historical context of the period instruments. Bach wrote a lot of his keyboard music for the harpsichord, an instrument which has a lot of natural resonance despite not having a damper pedal. Using a subtle half pedal in Bach really brings out the more resonant sound that Bach would have experienced in his day, as long as you do not compromise the clean sound that comes from moto perpetuo. Also in his works for organ, the pedal should obviously be used to create the rich soundscape that we expect from a church organ piece.
If you want an example of a pianist who uses a very respectable amount of pedal in Bach, Perahia is my go to.
Also, I realize that literally no one asked for this paragraph but I wanna have a discussion with people so idgaf.
@espressonoob
@Joseph Barzey honestly, I feel the exact opposite. Perahia is dry and not clear enough (except for his recordings of the Bach concertos), whereas with Schiff, everything is clear. you can hear every melody clearly, everything has a purpose, from accent to phrasing, you can tell it's been masterfully placed, not on a whim. if he used pedal, it would feel sluggish, overlap melodies from one another, not my cup of tea.
@Liszt31
The prelude is something special... It is a little window to heaven. Everything is perfect: the armony, the libitum style and the sound of piano in such a special music moment. This is wonderful on the harpsichord, but unforgettable on piano. Handel was really on the top of the possibility for that time. Schiff is a gift for us to listen Handel be played in such an exquisite way.
@bruceinglis4300
Reminiscent of later organ concertos but you can hear this is a young composer finding his notch.
Beautiful
Thanks for sharing
Schiff is such a wonderful musician
@h.k9697
The Händel Suites are wonderful and remind me a lot of Beethoven. I think it is that dramatic essence strongly present in both composers
@charlesbronson8112
Yeah, I agree, also some of the organ concerto you can hear a similar dramatic essence to Beethoven, especially no. 4 in F major