George Frideric Handel

George Frideric Handel (1685–1759) was a composer born in Halle who spent most of his career in London, best known for the oratorio Messiah. Melody you can play here: Hallelujah (Messiah).

Messiah (1742) ends its second part with the Hallelujah chorus, one of the most famous choral pieces ever written. He also wrote the Water Music and more than 40 operas.

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