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Semele
Semele is a musical drama by George Frideric Handel, based on a libretto by William Congreve. It premiered at the Theatre Royal, Covent Garden in 1744. The work is based on the Greek myth of Semele, a mortal woman loved by Jupiter. Although it has an operatic plot, it was performed in concert format during the Lenten oratorio season rather than being staged as an opera, blending elements of both g...
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Saul
Saul is an oratorio by George Handel composed in 1739. It depicts the life of King Saul from the Hebrew Bible, exploring his rise to power and eventual downfall through dramatic music. The work is recognized for its sophisticated character portrayals and innovative incorporation of a carillon—a keyboard instrument—within the Baroque style. Primarily intended for performance by choirs and orchestra...
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