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Katarina, first introduced in Vivaldi's Ring of Mystery, has left Venice for England with her grandfather. At an elegant - though rather bizarre- party in London, she meets the great composer George Frideric Handel. Katarina and Maestro Handel are drawn together by the haunting voice of Thomas, a young boy brought by his keeper to sing for the assembled guests. Katarina and Handel are filled with compassion for the boy and gradually unravel his strange past. Through the kindness of Katarina, the generosity of the famous composer and the power and majesty of Handel's music, Thomas's heart is healed, unlocking the voice of an angel.

Hallelujah Handel brings to life the soundscapes of 18th century London and is filled with more than two dozen excerpts of Handel's most glorious music including the Sarabande in D-, Water Music, Music for the Royal Fireworks, Arrival of the Queen of Sheba, and of course, Messiah.

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"Hallelujah Handel is a must hear." - Washington Times

"Children's audio at its best." - Publishers Weekly

"The composer behind the music is brought to real life in this chapter of musical history...children will love the story." - Christian Parenting Today

"Educate your children to the pleasures of classical music through this release from the ingenious Classical Kids series." - Bay Area Parent

"Keeps listeners captivated with its blend of history, drama and humor. The production quality is excellent. The musicianship is wonderful. Put another feather in producer Hammond's cap." - School Library Journal