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HANDEL ‐ Dead March from Saul Saul is a dramatic oratorio in three acts written by the famous composer George Frideric Handel (1685 ‐ 1759). This work, which Handel composed in 1738 in London, includes the world famous Dead March, a funeral anthem for Saul and his son Jonathan, and some of the composers most dramatic choral pieces. Saul was first performed at the Kings Theatre in London on 16 January 1739. This work was a great success at its London premiere and was revived by Handel in subsequent seasons. The Dead March has been played at state funerals in the United Kingdom, including that of Winston Churchill. It was performed at the funeral of George Washington, as well as being played many times during the journey of the body of Abraham Lincoln after his assassination to Springfield, Illinois, United States of America. It is always a great privilege to honor our beloved dead and to give our respect
Posted on: Mon, 17 Nov 2014 19:59:57 +0000

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