Georg Friedrich Händel, Gerhard Bosse, Maria Vermes, Friedemann Erben, HändelFestspielorchester Halle, Hannes Kästner, HorstTanu Margraf - Concerto Grosso Op 6 Nr 1 G dur Concerto Grosso Op 6 Nr 2 F dur

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Review by Ben Cooper

Album Review: Handel’s Concerto Grosso Op. 6 Nr. 1 & 2 – A Baroque Gem from the GDR If you’re into classical music, especially that rich, intricate Baroque sound, this 1961 album by Georg Friedrich Handel is a must-listen. Performed by the Händel-Festspielorchester Halle under conductor Horst-Tanu Margraf, it’s got all the hallmarks of a hidden treasure—crafted behind the Iron Curtain in the German Democratic Republic (GDR) and released on the ETERNA label. The musicians bring Handel’s genius to life with precision and heart, making it feel like a private concert just for you. Let me tell ya about two tracks that really stuck with me: “Concerto Grosso Op. 6 Nr. 1 G-dur, 1. A Tempo Giusto” and “Concerto Grosso Op. 6 Nr. 2 F-dur, 3. Adagio.” These aren’t just random picks—they’re the ones I kept rewinding because they hit differently. The first movement of Nr. 1 kicks things off with such clarity and balance. You can almost picture Handel himself nodding approvingly as Gerhard Bosse’s violin dances alongside Friedemann Erben’s cello. It’s lively but not overwhelming, like sipping coffee on a crisp morning. There’s this subtle tension between order and emotion, which is kinda what makes Baroque music so fascinating. Every note feels intentional, yet there’s room for little surprises if you listen closely. Then there’s the Adagio from Nr. 2. Wow, this one slows everything down and lets Hannes Kästner’s harpsichord take center stage. It’s melancholic without being depressing, like staring out a rainy window while wrapped in a cozy blanket. The strings swell gently around the harpsichord, creating this intimate vibe that pulls you right in. Honestly, I didn’t expect to get so lost in an Adagio, but here we are. What strikes me most about this album is how authentic it feels. This isn’t some glossy modern recording trying too hard to impress. Instead, it’s raw and real, capturing the spirit of Handel’s time while still feeling accessible today. Plus, knowing it came out of the GDR adds another layer of intrigue. Back then, art had to fight harder to exist, and maybe that’s why this performance has such grit and soul. Fun fact—or maybe not-so-fun depending on your perspective—the liner notes by Werner Braun are super detailed, but let’s be honest, who reads those anymore? Still, it’s cool to imagine someone typing them up on an old typewriter somewhere in East Germany. In the end, listening to this album feels like stepping into a time machine—not just to Handel’s era, but also to the mid-20th century when these folks were pouring their hearts into keeping classical music alive despite political challenges. And hey, isn’t it kinda wild how music connects us across centuries? One minute you’re stressing over Wi-Fi issues, the next you’re vibing to a 300-year-old concerto. Life’s funny like that. So grab a copy if you can find one—it’s worth it!

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
2. Allegro
4. Allegro, Ma Non Troppo
4. Allegro
3. Largo
1. Andante Larghetto
1. Tempo Giusto
Concerto Grosso Op. 6 Nr. 2 F-dur
Concerto Grosso Op. 6 Nr. 1 G-dur
1. A Tempo Giusto
5. Allegro
3. Adagio

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Catalog Numbers

  • 7 25 013
  • 7 20 087

Labels

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 10"
  • Stereo
  • Mono

Companies

RoleCompany
Record CompanyVEB Deutsche Schallplatten Berlin

Credits

RoleCredit
Composed ByGeorg Friedrich Händel
ConductorHorst-Tanu Margraf
HarpsichordHannes Kästner
Liner NotesWerner Braun
OrchestraHändel-Festspielorchester Halle
ViolinGerhard Bosse
VioloncelloFriedemann Erben

Notes

  • No date of publication found
  • Release approx. 1961

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (Label side A): St 253 087
  • Matrix / Runout (Label side B): St 253 088
  • Matrix / Runout (Label side A): 203 429
  • Matrix / Runout (Label side B): 203 430
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout side A): 203 429 1A1B A0
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout side B): 203 430 1A1A A0
  • Other (Print permission date code): Bg067/61
  • Other (On back cover): E-7-81

About Georg Friedrich Händel, Gerhard Bosse, Maria Vermes, Friedemann Erben, HändelFestspielorchester Halle, Hannes Kästner, HorstTanu Margraf

German Baroque composer, born 23 February 1685 in Halle/Saale, Germany; died 14 April 1759 in London, UK. He spent most of his adult life in England where his name was anglicized to George Frideric Handel.

Real Name

    • Georg Friedrich Händel

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  • Georg Friedrich Handel (1685-1759)
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Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? In 1961, during the height of the Cold War, a Baroque masterpiece by Georg Friedrich Händel was brought to life in the German Democratic Republic (GDR). The album, featuring two of his Concerto Grossos, Op. 6, was recorded by the Händel-Festspielorchester Halle under conductor Horst-Tanu Margraf. It’s fascinating how this classical gem, with its intricate harpsichord solos played by Hannes Kästner, found its way to listeners behind the Iron Curtain, released on the GDR’s ETERNA label. Music truly transcends borders, even in the most divided times.