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Handel's Last Oratorios

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In the third programme of oratorios from Handel's last decade, Jane Glover introduces Theodora, a tale of love and sacrifice among early Christians, first performed at Covent Garden in March 1750.
University of California,
Berkeley, Chamber Choir Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra, conductor
Nicholas McGegan. discs

Contributors

Introduces:
Jane Glover
Conductor:
Nicholas McGegan.
Theodora:
Lorraine Hunt (sop)
Didymus:
Drew Minter (countertenor)
Irene:
Jennifer Lane (mezzo)
Septimus:
Jeffrey Thomas'(tenor)
Valens:
David Thomas (bass)
Messenger:
Neal Rogers (tenor)
Source: Radio Times

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