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Musica Sacra Concert: Music of George Frideric Handel

Presented by Rockhurst University at Rockhurst University, Kansas City MO

Apr 23 2023

Musica Sacra Concert: Music of George Frideric Handel | April 23, 7:30 p.m.|Arrupe Hall auditorium| Musica Sacra orchestra and chorus will perform “Funeral Anthem on the Death of Queen Caroline” and “Let Thy Hand be Strengthened.”

Handel’s “Funeral Anthem of 1737” reflects both the solemnity of the death of Queen Caroline, the consort of King George II, and the composer’s personal grief as the queen studied music with Handel. “Let Thy Hand Be Strengthened” is one of four anthems written by Handel for the coronation of George II.

Live program notes by Timothy McDonald, Ph.D., Musica Sacra director, will be presented at 6:45 p.m. before the concert.