George Frideric Handel's - Water Music Page

The event was a triumph; the Daily Courant reported that the river was "covered" with boats of spectators eager to hear the new work. King George was so enthralled that he requested the entire suite—nearly an hour of music—be repeated three times throughout the night. Structure and Composition

Often thought to be "supper music," this suite uses softer instrumentation like recorders and flutes, likely played while the King dined at Chelsea. Musical Innovations for the Outdoors George Frideric Handel's - Water Music

A festive section highlighted by trumpets, including the famous and spirited "Alla Hornpipe". The event was a triumph; the Daily Courant

The longest suite, featuring prominent parts for French horns—marking one of the first times this instrument was used in an English orchestral work. The event was a triumph