Concerti Grossi Op. 3 Gesamtausgabe Nr. 1-6 / Concerto Grosso C-dur "Alexanderfest" / Sonata (Violinkonzert)

This double-LP release by the Süddeutsche Kammer-Philharmonie under the direction of Günther Wich presents a focused traversal of Georg Friedrich Händel’s instrumental repertoire, centered primarily on the six Concerti Grossi, Op. 3. These works were originally published in 1734 by John Walsh in London, compiled from various earlier compositions to capitalize on the popularity of the concerto grosso form. They represent the transition from the Italian Baroque tradition established by Corelli to the more theatrical and varied style Händel favored during his tenure as an opera impresario.

The Intercord release, cataloged as 29 928-9/1-2, emerges from the label's significant efforts in the 1960s and 70s to document German orchestral ensembles in the standard Baroque repertoire. Günther Wich, a conductor known for his methodical approach to the German chamber tradition, leads the Stuttgart-based ensemble with an emphasis on clarity and rhythmic precision. This collection was intended to provide a reliable, high-fidelity entry point for listeners exploring Händel's orchestral suites and concertos during an era when German regional chamber orchestras were gaining international recognition for their rigorous studio recordings.