George Frideric Handel (1685 – 1759)
Ode for St. Cecilia's Day HWV 76
2 solo voices (ST), mixed choir (SATB), chamber orchestra
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Details
- For
- 2 solo voices (ST), mixed choir (SATB), chamber orchestra
- Product Type
- Viola (orchestral part)
- Author / Composer
- George Frideric Handel
- Editor
- Christine Martin
- Product number
- 424975
- Lyrics
- John Dryden
Description
During the late 17th century English musicians celebrated each year on 22 November the feast of St. Cecilia, the patron saint of music, with special concerts and church services. With his Ode for St. Cecilia’s Day Handel rejuvenated the tradition of this festival on St. Cecilia’s Day in 1732. This so-called “little” St. Cecilia Ode is a musically joyful glorification of the power of music: two festive choruses frame five charming arias in each of which a solo instrument is used for contrasting e...