Interest in Handel's music has grown since the mid-20th century. The musicologist Winton Dean wrote that "Handel was not only a great composer; he was a dramatic genius of the first order." [9] His …

Oct 31, 2025 · George Frideric Handel, German-born English composer of the late Baroque era, noted particularly for his operas, oratorios, and instrumental compositions. He wrote the most famous of all …

George Frideric Handel—the most successful composer of the early 18th century, lauded by Beethoven in 1823 as “the greatest that ever lived”—remains a favorite today through the popularity of pieces …

Handel’s music is a synthesis of all the styles he had known since his youth. His borrowings from other composers demonstrate the breadth of his musical knowledge. Adopting some of the angular …

George Frideric Handel (1685–1759) was a German-British Baroque composer, famous for his operas, oratorios, anthems and organ concertos. Music and classical lovers may have encountered the …

George Frideric Handel (1685–1759) stands as one of the most influential composers of the Baroque era. Known for his operas, oratorios, anthems, and instrumental works, Handel’s music bridged the …

Born in Halle, Germany, in 1685, George Frideric Handel was one of the greatest composers of the late baroque period (1700-1750). Although his family had no musical distinction, his own musical talent …

George Frideric Handel was one of the superstars of the late Baroque period. He was born the same year as another Baroque superstar, Johann Sebastian Bach, not more than 150 miles away in Halle, …

Handel moved to London in 1712 and spent the balance of his life in Britain. As a result, he is often thought of as being an English composer. After his arrival, he enjoyed the patronage of the royal …

With respect to instruction in composition, in addition to having Handel apply himself to traditional fugue and cantus firmus work, Zachow, recognising Handel's precocious talents, systematically introduced …