George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) stands as one of the Baroque era's most prolific and versatile composers. Born in Halle, Germany, he spent much of his career in England, where he became a naturalized citizen and dominated the musical landscape for nearly five decades. His gift for melody and his mastery of counterpoint made him a favorite among performers and audiences alike.
Handel composed across virtually every major genre of his time: operas, oratorios, concertos, keyboard works, and sacred music. His oratorios in particular transformed English musical culture and remain central to the choral repertoire today. "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth" comes from his monumental oratorio "Messiah," a work that has defined Christmas and Easter performances for over 250 years.
