George Frideric. German name Georg Friedrich Händel. 1685–1759, German composer, resident in England, noted particularly for his oratorios, including the Messiah (1741) and Samson (1743). Other works include over 40 operas, 12 concerti grossi, organ concertos, chamber and orchestral music, esp Water Music (1717)
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ˈGeorge Frideric (ˈfridərɪk) ; ˈfridrɪk) (born Georg Friedrich Händel) 1685-1759; Eng. composer, born in Germany