Handel's greatest music for the English Court creates a festive and majestic soundtrack.

The composer George Frideric Handel was called upon to create many works for the English court. Most famous today are the Fireworks Music and Water Music suites both of which are featured in this collection.

To get the flavor of this CD, listen to the first two works from the Fireworks Music that begin this set. Other recognizable works include "Alla Hornpipe" from the Water Music which has been used in TV commercials and TV show themes. The "Sarabande" from the Water Music is also quite a famous melody. Be sure to listen as well to the first movement from the Harp Concerto No. 6. The melody here is also quite recognizable and has been used often throughout commercial media.

This volume includes Handel's most festive music for the English court. This music has created a grand, celebratory feeling in concerts for centuries and it will do so in your production as well.