George P. Upton’s The Standard Oratorios is a popular guide to the great works of sacred choral music, describing the stories, music, and composers of the leading oratorios. From Handel’s Messiah to the works of Haydn, Mendelssohn, and others, Upton introduces each piece for the general listener.
The book sketches the biblical and religious subjects that inspired these compositions, summarizes their structure, and offers brief portraits of the composers. It remains a friendly companion for concertgoers and lovers of religious music. This free EPUB edition is ready to read on any e-reader, tablet, or phone.