The Messiah (Classic Reprint): An Oratorio for Four-Part Chorus of Mixed Voices, Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Bass Soli, and Piano - Couverture souple

Handel, G. F.

 
9781333887520: The Messiah (Classic Reprint): An Oratorio for Four-Part Chorus of Mixed Voices, Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Bass Soli, and Piano

Synopsis

A trusted edition of Handel’s Messiah, with a facsimile of the original manuscript. This edition presents the full work for four-part choir with mixed voices, soprano, alto, tenor, and bass solos, and piano, guided by Handel’s dynamics and a carefully prepared word-text.

This edition emphasizes scholarly thoroughness and reverent care. A facsimile of the first page from the original manuscript is printed at the front to help readers verify authenticity, while the word-text is aligned to the Bible references used in the score. The result is a reliable, clearly presented edition that supports performance and study alike.

- Facsimile of the first page of the chorus from Handel’s original manuscript
- Thoroughly prepared word-text with correct Bible references
- Dynamics and musical direction aligned with Handel’s intentions
- Suitable for chorus, soloists, and piano accompaniment

Ideal for readers and performers who value historical accuracy and clear musical presentation in a Messiah edition.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

“Messiah” is an oratorio celebrating the glory of God. Composed in 1741 by a master of baroque polyphony, its initial reception was surprisingly modest. Today, however, Handel’s “Messiah” is one of the most famous and often-performed choral works in the Western canon.

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