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George Frideric Handel: Life
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In 1750 Handel arranged a performance of Messiah in aid of the Foundling Hospital. The performance was considered a great success and was followed by annual concerts which continued throughout Handel's life. In recognition of his patronage Handel was made a governor of the Hospital the very day after his initial concert. He bequeathed a fair copy of Messiah to the institution upon his death. His involvement with the Foundling Hospital is today commemorated with a permanent exhibition in London's Foundling Museum, which ... holds the Gerald Coke Handel Collection.
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In times of good fortune as well as bad, Handel was generous with his money. He tried to ease suffering wherever he saw a need. Although a bachelor all his life, Handel cared tenderly for children. In fact, it was his love for unfortunate children that helped bring the Messiah into being. He composed it for a benefit to raise money for an orphan's hospital and other charities.
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Handel himself spelt it in the English manner after some time in England. He used a few different spellings throughout his life. And yes, a 70 years ago you could even call him "Händel György-Frigyes". :)
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Recorded live at Australia's famed Sydney Opera House, this memorable performance brings Handel's moving retelling of the relationship between Julius Caesar and Cleopatra vividly to life. The stellar cast includes Graham Pushee, Yvonne Kenny. 3 1/2 hrs. Standard; Soundtrack: Italian Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English. In Italian with English subtitles.
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