George Frideric Handel (German: Georg Friedrich Händel; pronounced [ˈhɛndəl]) (23 February 1685 – 14 April 1759) was a German-English Baroque composer, who is famous for his operas, oratorios, and concerti grossi. His life and music may justly be described as "cosmopolitan": he was born in Germany, trained in Italy, and spent most of his life in England. Born in Halle in the Duchy of Magdeburg, he settled in England in 1712, becoming a naturalised subject of the British crown on 20 February 1727. His works include Messiah, Water Music, and Music for the Royal Fireworks. Strongly influenced by the techniques of the great composers of the Italian Baroque era, as well as the English composer Henry Purcell, Handel's music became well-known to many composers, including Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven.
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BBC Reviews 
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Furore: Handel Opera Arias 2008
Reviewed by Charlotte Gardner
All in all, a marvellous solo album debut.
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Great Handel 2007
Reviewed by Charlotte Gardner
...the whole disc is undoubtedly an enjoyable listen.
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Concerti Grossi Op. 3 / Sonata a 5 2007
Reviewed by Andrew McGregor
I can’t think of anything that would improve this package...
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Complete Violin Sonatas 2001
Reviewed by John Armstrong
...Manze allows the music to breathe, to come to life in a way you rarely hear in...
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Giulio Cesare 1991
Reviewed by Andrew McGregor
A live recording of Handel's finest opera, featuring a high-powered cast conducted by...
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