Favourite and not so favourite Handel recordings and DVDs

The list author says:
	"A performance full of dramatic intensity which shows how unerring Handel's gift for the theatre was. Simply unmissable."

The list author says:
	"Musically and dramatically superb, this opera proves that Handel Opera is alive and it is great fun too. If I had to save a DVD, this would be it. Superb singing by De Nise and Connolly."

The list author says:
	"This production benefits from a great performance by Daniels and Upshaw, a fine orchestral rendition and a staging that gives the theme of dissident belief suppression an intriguing modern perspective"

The list author says:
	"The incoherent gangster-themed staging intrudes into the opera and belittles Daniels fine performance. Axel Kohler sounds weak and forced. To be "watched" with your eyes closed."

The list author says:
	"This DVD runs counter to everything I believe in concerning Handel interpretations. Part transpositions and unacceptable cuts afflict the production, despite some good commitment from the cast."

The list author says:
	"This DVD has a lot going for it. The singing is superb and the performance is gripping. Atalanta steals the show. Fantastic performance from king to servant."

The list author says:
	"The singing and playing is beautiful but the staging, albeit colourful, is too static, making the opera feel longer than it is."

The list author says:
	"This performance is well sung and well performed, much to be preferred to the Combattimento Consort version. Outstanding singing abounds. Pity about the intrusive French subtitles projected on stage."

The list author says:
	"Intensely dramatic. Excellent performance of one of Handel's musical masterpieces."