Handel’s Enduring Legacy: Why Baroque’s Boldest Composer Still Matters
George Frideric Handel (1685–1759) remains one of classical music’s most enduring figures, yet his legacy often lives in the shadow of contemporaries like Bach. While Johann Sebastian Bach’s reputation has swelled in recent centuries, Handel’s works—particularly his operas and oratorios—have experienced something of a quiet resurgence. This revival isn’t just about nostalgia; it reflects a…