| 1 | Sinfonia (Act 3) | 0:50 |
| 2 | Sta Nell’ Ircana | 5:50 |
| 3 | Mi Lusingha Il Dolce Affetto | 7:10 |
| 4 | Sinfonia – Arrival Of The Queen Of Sheba | 3:00 |
| 5 | Recit & Aria: Will The Sun Forget To Streak | 6:00 |
| 6 | Sinfonia To Act 2 | 0:30 |
| 7 | Recit & Aria: Scherza infida | 8:20 |
| 8 | Dopo Notte | 7:00 |
| 9 | Entrée Des Songes Agréables | 2:00 |
| 10 | Verdi Prati | 4:20 |
| 11 | Sinfonia (Act 2) | 3:00 |
| 12 | Recit & Aria: Cease, Ruler Of The Day | 3:30 |
| 13 | Where Shall I Fly | 7:00 |
Experience the dramatic brilliance of George Frideric Handel with Heroes and Heroines, a standout 2004 release from the CORO label. This acclaimed recording features the Olivier Award-winning mezzo-soprano Sarah Connolly, whose powerful and emotive interpretations bring Handel’s most complex characters to life.
Accompanied by The Symphony of Harmony and Invention performing on period instruments under the baton of Harry Christophers, this album captures the authentic spirit of the Baroque era. Critics have singled out Connolly’s performance of "Scherza infida" as a definitive recording, praised for its "riveting personation of stung betrayal" and masterful control at a daringly measured pace.
Featured Works & Highlights:
- Alcina: "Verdi prati," "Sta nell’ircana," and "Mi lusingha il dolce affetto."
- Ariodante: The show-stopping "Scherza infida" and the virtuosic "Dopo notte."
- Solomon: The iconic Sinfonia "Arrival of the Queen of Sheba" and "Will the sun forget to streak."
- Hercules: The dramatic "Where shall I fly."
Whether you are a seasoned Handel devotee or a newcomer to Baroque opera, this CD offers a "show-stopping" listening experience that balances technical excellence with profound emotional depth.
