Boston Baroque (Musical group)
8) The Messiah
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Language
English
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Description
First performed in 1742, Messiah composed by George Frideric Handel has become one of the best-known and most performed choral works. Executive producer, Billy Ray Hearn's intention was make this recording more friendly to the 'man in the pew' by using a choral conductor, John Alldis, and modern orchestration. The purpose was to show this to be the greatest praise and worship composition ever. Featuring the world-renowned London Philharmonic Orchestra...