Handel - Arminio'Hermann of the Cherusci' and the Varus Battle found their way into the German founding myth a long time ago. Arminius, whose Teutons roundly defeated three of Varus' legions, was already described as the 'Liberator of Germania' by Tacitus. In Handel's Arminio, the liberation battle is only the background against which the characters come to terms with themes like honor, duty, obedience, love, and freedom. Arminio premiered in the Covent Garden

was a big band vocalist

It's a collection which offers an enlightening

be it in the gently glowing tone of the Benedictus

for whom she released 13 marvelous albums between 1960 and 1975

It showcases her ability to range across the music spectrum from sophisticated big band material to upbeat pop

This Year's Kisses

some included members of 80s groups looking for new directions

lyrical and impeccable"

Judas Maccabäus is one of Handel's most impressive and successful works

He was a vital bridge between acoustic country blues and the electrified urban sound he developed after he hoboed his way to Chicago

along with How I Got Over

who plays drums in the indie rock band Cloud Nothings