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About George Frideric Handel
George Frideric Handel was German composer famed for his brilliant operas, anthems, oratorios and organ concertos. His notable works include operas such as Almira, Florindo, DaphneandAgrippina. He is also known for famous orchestral works such as Largo, Adagio/Allegro, Sinfonia and Chorus and Minuet. His 1741 oratorio Messiah ranks high amongst the most famous oratorios ever composed. He is considered one of the greatest composers of the Baroque era.
Family Life
He was born to Georg Händel and Dorothea Taust. He lived a very private life and never got married nor had any children.
Trivia
He went completely blind in the latter years of his life.
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F.A.Q. about George Frideric Handel
When is his birthday?
George Frideric Handel's birthday is on February 23, 1685.
In how many days is his birthday?
George Frideric Handel's birthday is in 311 days
How old was George Frideric Handel when he died?
He was 74 years old.
When did he die?
He died in April 14, 1759.
How old would he be today?
George Frideric Handel would be 339 years old if he was alive today.
Where was George Frideric Handel from?
He was born in Halle at Saxony-Anhalt.