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Messiah HWV 56 sheet music

Messiah HWV 56 sheet music in this selection focuses on individual movements and versions rather than a single complete edition. The listed scores include a flute quartet version of the Hallelujah Chorus, a full score of 'Worthy Is The Lamb', and a score for 'O Thou That Tellest Good Tidings to Zion'.

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Choose by movement and ensemble

The three listed scores serve different purposes. The Hallelujah Chorus is presented for flute quartet, 'Worthy Is The Lamb' appears as a full score with voices and orchestra, and 'O Thou That Tellest Good Tidings to Zion' is listed with an alto soloist, chorus voices and instruments. Check the movement title and intended ensemble before choosing, since a score for one movement will not supply another.

Check the listed forces

The score parts named for each title are the best guide to what the score contains. The full score of 'Worthy Is The Lamb' lists Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Bass voices with two C trumpets, two violin parts, violas, cellos, double basses and timpani. The 'O Thou That Tellest' score lists an alto soloist, Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Bass voices, oboe, bassoon, violins, trumpet, cellos and harpsichord. These lists describe the scores shown; they do not by themselves prove Handel's original scoring.

Use keys and time signatures as planning details

The opening details can help you compare versions. The flute quartet Hallelujah Chorus is listed with two sharps, 4/4 time and an opening tempo of 100 BPM. 'Worthy Is The Lamb' opens with two sharps, 4/4 and 60 BPM, while 'O Thou That Tellest' opens in 6/8 at 77 BPM, with key signatures of two sharps and no sharps or flats shown. Treat these as details of the listed scores rather than definitive performance decisions.

Confirm scope before rehearsal or performance

The titles identify individual movements and a flute-quartet version, not a complete performing edition of Messiah. Before relying on a score, confirm whether it is a full score, a vocal score or a set of parts, and check the movement, voicing and instrumentation you need. The available information does not establish a complete edition, a difficulty grade or an authoritative edition status.

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Common questions

What is Messiah HWV 56?

Messiah HWV 56 is the work title used for George Frideric Handel's Messiah in this sheet-music selection. The listed scores include the Hallelujah Chorus, 'Worthy Is The Lamb', and 'O Thou That Tellest Good Tidings to Zion'.

Which parts of Messiah HWV 56 are represented in the listed sheet music?

The listed sheet music covers three named movements or versions: the Hallelujah Chorus in a flute quartet version, 'Worthy Is The Lamb' in a full score, and 'O Thou That Tellest Good Tidings to Zion' listed as No. 09. Each title points to that movement or version rather than to a complete Messiah.

What forces are listed for the full score of 'Worthy Is The Lamb'?

The score titled Handel 'Worthy Is The Lamb' from The Messiah (full score) lists Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Bass voices, two C trumpets, Violins 1 and 2, violas, cellos, double basses and timpani. Those are the forces named for that score; the listing does not establish Handel's original instrumentation.

What is included in the flute quartet version of the Hallelujah Chorus?

The score titled Hallelujah Chorus for Flute Quartet is listed with Flute in its score parts, an opening key signature of two sharps, 4/4 time and an opening tempo of 100 BPM. The title identifies a flute quartet version, so check the part layout if you need four distinct flute lines.

What vocal and instrumental parts are listed for 'O Thou That Tellest Good Tidings to Zion'?

The score listed as Messiah No.09: O Thou That Tellest Good Tidings to Zion names an alto soloist, Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Bass voices, oboe, bassoon, violins, trumpet, cellos and harpsichord. Its opening is listed in 6/8 at 77 BPM, with key signatures of two sharps and no sharps or flats shown.

Do these scores amount to a complete Messiah?

A complete Messiah score is not established by the listed titles, which identify individual movements and a flute-quartet version. If you need the whole work, verify the contents of any score before relying on it as complete.