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The libretto is a compilation of biblical verses from the old and New Testaments, set in three parts.

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What is Handels Messiah starting with the letters ori?

Handel's Messiah is an oratorio. The "i" is likely incorrect.


What was handels most famous oratorio?

Messiah. Handel wrote oratorios, of which the most famous is 'Messiah'.


Was the libretto for Handel's oratorio Messiah is a compilation of verses from the Old and New Testaments?

Yes, the libretto for Handel's oratorio "Messiah" is a compilation of verses from the Old and New Testaments. It was created by Charles Jennens, who selected texts that convey the themes of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The work is structured in three parts, each focusing on different aspects of the Christian story, showcasing the unity of biblical scripture.


When did Handel composed the messiah?

Messiah is an oratorio by Handel for English libretto in 1741. It was premiered in 1742 at Dublin. The striking feature about this massive oratorio is that it is composed in 24 days.


What is Handel's best known work?

the messiah was handels most famous peice of music.


What is the Handels Messiah?

It's a Baroque-era oratorio. An oratorio is a concert piece for voice and orchestra that tells a story, usually from the Bible.


What is the title of this composers famous oratorio?

The oratorio, Messiah, by Handel/


The most popular oratorio is?

The most popular oratorio is Handel's Messiah.


Was the messiah the only oratorio by handel?

no


Where was handels messiah first performed?

Dublin, Ireland


Who was handels best-known religious work?

messiah


Why is handels messiah so famous?

it brings joy to lives