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THE CHOICE OF HERCULES

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Hyperion Records
Release date: 26/Apr/2002

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The choice of Hercules HWV 69 (Gesamtaufnahme)

01. Gritton, Susan "Sinfonia"

02. Gritton, Susan "See, Hercules! How smiles yon myrtle plain (Accompagnato Rezitativ)"

03. Gritton, Susan "Come, blooming boy (Arie)"

04. Gritton, Susan "There the brisk sparkling nectar drain (Arie)"

05. Gritton, Susan "While for thy arms that beatuy glows (Solo mit Chor)"

06. Gritton, Susan "Away, mistaken wretch, away! (Rezitativ)"

07. Gritton, Susan "This manly youth's exalted mind (Arie)"

08. Gritton, Susan "Rise, youth! Exalt thyself and me! (Rezitativ)"

09. Gritton, Susan "Go, assert thy heav'nly race (Arie)"

10. Gritton, Susan "In peace, in war (Rezitativ)"

11. Gritton, Susan "So shalt thou gain immortal praise (Solo mit Chor)"

12. Gritton, Susan "Hearst thou, what dangers then thou must engage? (Rezitativ)"

13. Gritton, Susan "Turn thee, youth, to joy and love (Solo mit Chor)"

14. Gritton, Susan "Short is my way, fair, easy, smooth and plain (Rezitativ)"

15. Gritton, Susan "Yet, can I hear that dulcet lay (Arie)"

16. Gritton, Susan "Enjoy the sweet Elysian grove (Arie)"

17. Gritton, Susan "Oh! Whither, reason, dost thou fly? (Rezitativ)"

18. Gritton, Susan "Where shall I go? (Terzett)"

19. Gritton, Susan "Mount, mount the steep ascent (Rezitativ)"

20. Gritton, Susan "Mount, mount the steep ascent (Arie)"

21. Gritton, Susan "Arise! Mount the steep ascent (Chor)"

22. Gritton, Susan "The sounds breathe fire (Rezitativ)"

23. Gritton, Susan "Lead, goddess, lead the way! (Arie)"

24. Gritton, Susan "Virtue will place thee in that blest abode (Chor)"
hearken unto me, ye holy children (Gesamtaufnahme)

25. Blaze, Robin "Hearken unto me, ye holy children (Solo)"

26. Blaze, Robin "Magnify His name (Chor)"

27. Blaze, Robin "And in praising Him you shall say (Chor)"

28. Blaze, Robin "To be a father (Solo)"

29. Blaze, Robin "Therefore shall he receive a glorious kingdom (Duett)"

30. Blaze, Robin "How is he numb'red (Rezitativ)"

31. Blaze, Robin "His name shall endure for ever (Solo)"

32. Blaze, Robin "Blessed be the Lord God of our fathers (Chor)"

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King's Consort/ Robert King

Description:

Labelcode CDA067298

"The Choice of Hercules" is a captivating oratorio composed by George Frideric Handel, presented here in an exquisite CD format by Hyperion Records. This recording features outstanding performances from S. Gritton, A. Cotte, R. Blaze, and others, bringing to life the dramatic tale of Hercules faced with a pivotal decision between Virtue and Pleasure. The musical interpretation is both powerful and nuanced, showcasing Handel?s mastery in blending expressive arias with compelling choral passages. Hyperion Records is renowned for its dedication to high-quality classical music recordings and has received numerous awards for its exceptional productions that highlight both well-known masterpieces and rare gems.

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CDA067298

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