George Frideric Handel
German-British Baroque composer
1685 - 1759
George Frideric Handel
composer
harpsichordist
kantor
kapellmeister
organist
violinist
George Frideric Handel (1685–1759) was a German-British Baroque composer known for his operas, oratorios, anthems, and organ concertos. Born in Halle (Saale), he spent most of his career in London, becoming a naturalized British subject in 1727. Handel is considered one of the greatest composers of the Baroque era.
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Classii ID
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Birth Date
5 March 1685
Death Date
14 April 1759 (aged 74)
Birth Place
Halle (Saale)
Death Place
Westminster
External IDs
Discogs
375279
Europeana
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