Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne 'Eternal source of light divine' (Handel)
from Handel: Music for royal occasions (CDA66315)
1 Eternal source of light divine [3'23]
2 The day that gave great Anna birth [2'45]
3 Let all the winged race with joy [2'34]
4 Let flocks and herds their fear forget [2'38]
5 Let rolling streams their gladness show [2'38]
6 Kind health descends on downy wings [4'41]
7 The day that gave great Anna birth [1'42]
8 Let envy then conceal her head [2'13]
9 United nations shall combine [3'11]
25 minutes 45 seconds 9 tracks
‘An imaginative programme of infrequently performed music by a great composer is always welcome, and this one should make a wide appeal’ (Gramophone)