Georg Frideric Handel Book order

Though born in the same year as Bach, this composer pursued music against his father's wishes, eventually finding his calling as a violinist and later as a celebrated musical director. He became a prominent figure in England's music scene, initially composing for royal academies and later shifting to oratorios as tastes evolved. Even as his sight failed, his dedication to music persisted, performing until the end. His work continues to resonate for its dramatic power and profound emotional depth.