Stories In Music: My Name Is Handel

Stories In Music: My Name Is Handel

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When Handel, the brilliant young German composer living in London, needed to get back into the king's good graces, he had a brilliant idea. He composed a suite of dances, hired a boat and 50 musicians, and headed down the River Thames to surprise King George I! The music became known as <b>Water Music</b>, one of Handel's best-loved compositions. In this recording The London Philharmonic Orchestra and Grammy nominated conductor Stephen Simon perform music from <b>Handel's Water Music, Messiah, and Rinaldo</b> throughout the story. In addition to the music, this CD includes educational extras and a 24-page activity booklet.