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Theodora
"Theodora" is an oratorio in three acts composed by George Frideric Handel in 1750. The libretto, written by Thomas Morell, is based on the story of the early Christian martyr Theodora and her Roman lover Didymus, who both face persecution under the Roman Empire. Despite being reportedly Handel's personal favorite among his own works, it was poorly received by London audiences at its premiere. Tod...
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Solomon
Solomon is an English oratorio composed by George Frideric Handel, premiered in 1749. The work uses a biblical libretto to depict events from the reign of King Solomon, including the famous judgment of Solomon and the construction of the First Temple. It is particularly famous for its Act III orchestral sinfonia, widely recognized as the "Arrival of the Queen of Sheba." The composition showcases H...
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