Georg Friedrich Händel, Joan Sutherland, Kenneth McKellar, Grace Bumbry, David Ward , London Symphony Orchestra & Chorus, Sir Adrian Boult - Das Schönste Aus Händels Messias

Review by Breki Tomasson

The album Das Schönste Aus Händels Messias by Georg Friedrich Händel, Joan Sutherland, Kenneth McKellar, Grace Bumbry, David Ward, London Symphony Orchestra & Chorus, Sir Adrian Boult is a masterpiece in its own right. The album features some of the most iconic and breathtaking performances of Händel's Messiah, with a cast of talented musicians and singers.

Joan Sutherland's soprano voice is a standout on this album, delivering stunning renditions of "Rejoice Greatly" and "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth." Kenneth McKellar's tenor voice is equally impressive, particularly on "Comfort Ye My People" and "Every Valley Shall Be Exalted." Grace Bumbry's contralto voice is hauntingly beautiful on "He Was Despised" and "But Who May Abide."

The London Symphony Orchestra & Chorus, under the direction of Sir Adrian Boult, provide a perfect accompaniment to the soloists, delivering a rich and powerful sound that truly captures the essence of Händel's Messiah. David Ward's bass voice is also noteworthy, particularly on "The Trumpet Shall Sound."

Summary by Breki Tomasson

Das Schönste Aus Händels Messias is a must-have for any classical music lover. The performances are truly outstanding, and the album as a whole is a testament to the enduring power and beauty of Händel's music.