The 18th century German composer George Frederick Handel is best known in the Western world for The Messiah which includes the majestic Hallelujah Chorus.
However, what is not widely known is that Handel composed this amazing musical in approximately three weeks. Plus he was experiencing several personal challenges. The Messiah was written at a time when Handel’s eyesight was failing. Not only that he was facing the possibility of imprisonment due to outstanding debts. Yet, he persisted. Continue reading
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