Handel’s Masterpieces | A Comprehensive Introduction to His Popular Works
George Frideric Handel, a composer who epitomizes Baroque music.
He poured his passion into dramatic works, composing many operas and oratorios.
Alongside his contemporary Bach, he made his mark as a master of the Baroque, but Handel’s hallmark is his dramatic expressiveness and moving melodies, crafted for a broad audience.
Some of his pieces are used as background music in variety shows and visual media, so even those not familiar with classical music may have heard his works at least once.
Experience the richly emotional world of his music for yourself.
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Handel’s Masterpieces | A Comprehensive Introduction to Popular Works (81–90)
MessiahGeorg Friedrich Händel
While the German Baroque, home to composers like Bach, is characterized by strong religious and scholarly elements, Italy also saw a flourishing of opera in addition to sacred music.
Handel, famous as an Italian opera composer, wrote Messiah, which is one of his signature works and is centered on the figure of Christ.
Messiah ~Hallelujah Chorus~Georg Friedrich Händel
This is a piece of music used in happy moments and celebratory settings.
From the very beginning, it overflows with joy.
The interjection “Hallelujah” seems to express gratitude to God for the miracle of meeting a loved one and to proclaim God’s greatness.
I feel as if I can see two people with a bright future ahead of them.
Hymn No. 130: Rejoice and PraiseGeorg Friedrich Händel
In 1884, the Swiss lyricist Edmond composed lyrics based on the New Testament’s Gospel of Matthew and set them to the melody of “See, the Conqu’ring Hero Comes” from Handel’s oratorio Judas Maccabaeus.
In Japan, this melody is used at award ceremonies and similar occasions.
The lyrics depict the scene in which Jesus Christ is welcomed into Jerusalem on his way to be crucified and rise again, drawing on Matthew 21:9: “Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest!”
‘Messiah’ Hallelujah ChorusGeorg Friedrich Händel
Composed as a piece celebrating the birth of the Savior, Jesus Christ, the final chorus of Part II of “Messiah” is well known in Japan as a choral song for middle and high school students and as a Christmas song.
When it was performed in London in the 18th century, it is said that King George II, who was the reigning monarch at the time, gave it a standing ovation and praised it highly.
Behold, the hero returns.Henderu
Georg Friedrich Handel, a composer from Germany.
His “See, the Conqu’ring Hero Comes” is, as the title suggests, a classical number that praises those who have fought hard.
Its melody is extremely famous—many people likely heard it at school when they were young.
The well-defined, dynamic structure keeps it engaging and never boring.
Plus, its calm tune helps relax the mind, making it a perfect choice for a closing ceremony as a cooldown piece!
