Han·del (h n dl), George Frideric 1685-1759. German-born composer whose works include the English oratorio Messiah (1742) and the orchestral Water Music (1717). Han·del i·an (hn-d l- n, -dlyn, -d l-n, -dlyn) adj. |
Handel [ˈhændəl]
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(Biographies / Handel, George Frederick (1685-1759) M, German, MUSIC: composer) George Frederick. German name Georg Friedrich Händel. 1685-1759, German composer, resident in England, noted particularly for his oratorios, including the Messiah (1741) and Samson (1743). Other works include over 40 operas, 12 concerti grossi, organ concertos, chamber and orchestral music, esp Water Music (1717)
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| Noun | 1. |  Handel - a prolific British baroque composer (born in Germany) remembered best for his oratorio Messiah (1685-1759) |
| 2. | Handel - the music of Handel music - an artistic form of auditory communication incorporating instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner |
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