George Frideric Handel

George Frideric Handel (1685–1759) was a German-British Baroque composer, famous for his operas, oratorios, anthems, concerti grossi, and organ concertos. His oratorio Messiah (HWV 56) remains one of the most frequently performed choral works in the Western tradition. His Dixit Dominus and Coronation Anthems are also staples of the choral repertoire.