George Frideric Handel Collected Documents Volume 1 1609–1725 First Edition

by Donald Burrows, Helen Coffey, John Greenacombe, Anthony Hicks

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Immerse yourself in the life and legacy of one of the Baroque era's most influential composers with "George Frideric Handel: Collected Documents, Volume 1: 1609–1725." This meticulously compiled volume, the first in a multi-volume series, offers an unparalleled journey through Handel's early life and career. Edited by a distinguished team including Donald Burrows, Helen Coffey, John Greenacombe, and Anthony Hicks, this work provides a comprehensive, chronologically ordered collection of original documents, many presented in their original languages with accompanying English translations. This essential resource for musicologists, historians, and enthusiasts alike delves into Handel's formative years, from his early life in Germany and Italy to his burgeoning success in London and Dublin. The book features an extensive array of primary sources, including letters, contracts, and other significant papers, offering deep insights into his music, performances, and the social and cultural contexts of his time. Published by the esteemed Cambridge University Press, this hardback edition is a cornerstone for any serious study of George Frideric Handel and eighteenth-century music history.

• Year: 1609
• ISBN: 9781107019539
• Condition: Good

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