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Jephtha
'Jephtha' is an oratorio composed by George Frideric Handel in 1751, featuring a libretto by Thomas Morell based on the Old Testament story of the biblical judge. It stands as Handel's final major choral work and a culmination of his English oratorio tradition. The composition process was marked by considerable difficulty, as Handel experienced severely failing eyesight due to cataracts while comp...
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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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