Handel – Pastoral Symphony from Messiah
An evening pause: One of the most beautiful sections of Handel’s masterpiece, often missed because it is quiet and gentle in tone.
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Handel – For unto us a child is born
An evening pause: Performed by the London Symphony Orchestra.
Hat tip James Street.
Sydney Philharmonia Choir & Orchestra – Handel’s Hallelujah
An evening pause: If this doesn’t wake you up for the weekend, nothing will.
Hat tip to both Judd Clark and James Street.
Monteverdichor Würzburg Orchestra – Finale from Handel’s Israel in Egypt
An evening pause: Performed live 2009. A good rousing way to start the week.
Hat tip James Street.
Silent Monks Sing the Hallelujah Chorus
An evening pause: There is something both inspired and silly about this performance by this South Kitsap High School vocal group in Port Orchard, Washington.
Hat tip Martin Kaselis.
Handel – Harp Concerto in B flat
An evening pause: Maria Graf on the harp.