Georg Friedrich Händel – Der Messias / ETERNA 4x LP, Box Set 

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Product Details:

• Label: Eterna
• Format: 4 x Vinyl, LP, Album, Box Set
• Country: German Democratic Republic (GDR)
• Released: 1968
• Genre: Classical

Overview

Georg Friedrich Händel's Der Messias is one of the most revered oratorios of the Baroque period, and this 1968 Eterna 4-LP box set beautifully captures its grandeur. Conducted by Helmut Koch, the performance features an ensemble of distinguished soloists and the renowned Großer Chor Des Berliner Rundfunks, supported by the Berliner Rundfunk-Sinfonie-Orchester. This complete set includes all three parts of the oratorio, masterfully performed and recorded in stereo.

The oratorio's dramatic narrative, which focuses on the life of Christ, is accompanied by Händel’s awe-inspiring music, from the iconic "Hallelujah" chorus to the emotional arias and powerful choruses. The vocal performances from Gertraud Prenzlow (Alto), Theo Adam (Bass), Ingeborg Wenglor (Soprano), and Gerhard Unger (Tenor) bring an unmatched depth to this historic work. The expressive orchestral accompaniment and precise choral arrangements elevate the experience, making this recording a definitive rendition of Der Messias.

Whether you're a classical music enthusiast or exploring Der Messias for the first time, this box set offers a stunning and comprehensive experience of Händel's masterpiece.

Track Listing:

Erster Teil
A1. Ouvertüre
A2. Nr.1 Rezitativ
A3. Nr.2 Arie
A4. Nr.3 Chor
A5. Nr.4 Rezitativ
A6. Nr.5 Arie
B1. Nr.6 Chor
B2. Nr.7 Rezitativ
B3. Nr.8 Arie
B4. Nr.9 Chor
B5. Nr.10 Rezitativ
B6. Nr.11 Arie
B7. Nr.12 Chor
C1. Nr.13 Sinfonia Pastorale
C2. Nr.14 Rezitativ
C3. Nr.15 Chor
C4. Nr.16 Arie
C5. Nr.17a Rezitativ
C6. Nr.18a Duett
C7. Nr.19 Chor

Zweiter Teil
D1. Nr.20 Chor
D2. Nr.21 Arie
D3. Nr.22 Chor
D4. Nr.23 Chor
D5. Nr.24 Chor
E1. Nr.25 Rezitativ
E2. Nr.26 Chor
E3. Nr.27 Rezitativ
E4. Nr.28 Arioso
E5. Nr.29 Rezitativ
E6. Nr.30 Arie
E7. Nr.31 Chor
E8. Nr.32 Rezitativ
E9. Nr.33 Chor
E10. Nr.34a Arie
E11. Nr.35 Chor
F1. Nr.36 Arie
F2. Nr.37 Chor
F3. Nr.38 Arie
F4. Nr.39 Chor
F5. Nr.40 Rezitativ
F6. Nr.41 Arie
F7. Nr.42 Chor

Dritter Teil
G1. Nr.43 Arie
G2. Nr.44 Chor
G3. Nr.45 Rezitativ
G4. Nr.46 Arie
H1. Nr.47 Rezitativ
H2. Nr.48 Duett
H3. Nr.49 Chor
H4. Nr.50 Arie
H5. Nr.51 Chor
H6. Nr.52 Chor

Key Credits:

• Composer: Georg Friedrich Händel
• Conductor: Helmut Koch
• Orchestra: Berliner Rundfunk-Sinfonie-Orchester
• Choir: Großer Chor Des Berliner Rundfunks
• Soprano Vocals: Ingeborg Wenglor
• Tenor Vocals: Gerhard Unger
• Alto Vocals: Gertraud Prenzlow
• Bass Vocals: Theo Adam
• Executive Producer: Dieter Gerhardt Worm
• Harpsichord: Erwin Milzkott
• Vocals: Solistenvereinigung Des Deutschlandsenders

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