Handel: Belshazzar
Jun 14, 2011 · 2h 46m
Overview
René Jacobs is masterful leading a stellar cast of soloists, the RIAS- Kammerchor and the Akademie für Alte Musik in a spectacular production of Handel s oratorio Belshazzar. Written in 1745, Belshazzar stands with Messiah as one of Handel s finest efforts in the genre. Based on a libretto by Charles Jennens, the story, from the book of Daniel, recounts the fall of Babylon at the hands of the Persian prince Cyrus who brought Belshazzar s tyrannical reign to an end an eternally relevant story with significant current resonance. Featured soloists include countertenor Bejun Mehta, a rising star in the world s opera houses and concert halls.
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What is Handel: Belshazzar about?
René Jacobs is masterful leading a stellar cast of soloists, the RIAS- Kammerchor and the Akademie für Alte Musik in a spectacular production of Handel s oratorio Belshazzar. Written in 1745, Belshazzar stands with Messiah as one of Handel s finest efforts in the genre. Based on a libretto by Charles Jennens, the story, from the book of Daniel, recounts the fall of Babylon at the hands of the…
When was Handel: Belshazzar released?
Handel: Belshazzar was released on June 14, 2011.
How long is Handel: Belshazzar?
Handel: Belshazzar runs 2 hours 46 minutes (166 minutes).
Who is in the cast of Handel: Belshazzar?
The cast of Handel: Belshazzar includes Bejun Mehta.