Georg Friedrich Handel, a German-born composer known as a major figure of the late Baroque period.
Despite parental opposition, he immersed himself in music, and from a young age his extraordinary talent was evident—he surpassed his teachers in composition, organ, harpsichord, and violin.
In this article, we present a ranking of Georg Friedrich Handel’s most popular works.
Whether you’re a classical music enthusiast or not, be sure to check it out!
Georg Friedrich Händel Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (71–80)
“Lascia ch’io pianga” from the opera RinaldoGeorg Friedrich Händel71rank/position
007 Handel from the opera Rinaldo: Let me weep (Lascia ch’io pianga)
An aria sung in the opera Rinaldo, it expresses the heroine’s sorrow in captivity and her longing for freedom.
The melody is simple yet laden with deep emotion, characterized by a gentle triple meter and a memorable, recurring melodic line.
Premiered in February 1711, this piece is part of Handel’s first Italian opera presented in England and served as a catalyst in establishing his international fame.
It is a recommended piece for those interested in the world of opera or wishing to experience the beauty of Baroque music.
Using a hymn for a chorus competition is fresh and great, isn’t it? Since it’s a well-known piece, it should go over well.
If you want to sing it joyfully like gospel, commit fully to that approach; if you want to emphasize cohesion as a choir, you’ll need appropriate arranging and practice in the choral singing style.
Harp ConcertoGeorg Friedrich Händel74rank/position
Handel: Harp Concerto, 1st Movement / Kyoto Botanical Garden
An elegant piece in which the harp’s timbre resonates pleasantly.
Until Handel composed solo works for the harp, the instrument had never truly taken a leading role; however, this piece sparked the creation of numerous harp concertos.
It’s music you can listen to naturally, yet it conveys a profound depth.
Handel: Acis and Galatea (complete) — Joan Sutherland / conducted by BoultGeorg Friedrich Händel75rank/position
Handel: Acis and Galatea (complete) — Sutherland / conducted by Boult
This work features a performance of Handel’s Acis and Galatea, which has gained popularity for its bright, cultured tone.
Characterized by smooth, elegant melodic lines that showcase the performers’ high level of technique, it is crafted to be easy to listen to for long periods without causing fatigue.
Hymn No. 130: Rejoice and PraiseGeorg Friedrich Händel76rank/position
Hymn 130
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 Händel77rank/position
From “Messiah” — Hallelujah Chorus — Hallelujah
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.
