Handel: A Classical Icon - for iPad/Mac/PC
In commemoration of Handel's 250th anniversary, world renowned Handel scholar and Open University Professor Donald Burrows introduces one of the most famous composers of the eighteenth century. Devised for non-musicians and beginners, the 5 video and 5 audio tracks in this album explore the music that made Handel famous. His operas are classics of the Baroque style, his oratorios are the basis of English choral tradition, his music still played today at every monarch's coronation. This "Great Londoner" became an icon in his own lifetime. What is the secret of his success? What was one of Handel's performances like, and how powerful is his legacy?
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 5 minutes
- Episodes
- 5
- Years Active
- 2009
Handel's Patrons
Who did Handel work for and how did he make a living? A smart political operator, Handel composed for royalty in Rome, Germany and Britain.
00:07:57 |
Sun 22 Mar 2009
Handel's Divas
Opera singers of C18th were as famous as premier football players today. Donald Burrows reveals the scandals that made Handel's theatre the talk of the town.
00:07:07 |
Sun 22 Mar 2009
Handel's Samson Oratorio in Context
Donald Burrows outlines the risks Handel faced when developing his own style of biblical concert drama.
00:02:35 |
Sun 22 Mar 2009
Handel's Samson Oratorio Extract
Donald Burrows introduces an authentic recording, performed by Harry Christopher and The Sixteen.
00:03:19 |
Sun 22 Mar 2009
Professor Donald Burrows' Research
This is a special time for Handel scholars. Donald Burrows talks about the conferences and performances taking place this year, and describes his latest projects.
00:07:46 |
Sun 22 Mar 2009
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