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George Frideric Handel (1685-1759)

Zadok the Priest – Coronation Anthem No. 1

Arr.: Stephan Ametsbichler

Handel composed four pieces of coronation music in the style of the period for the coronation service of his employer George II of England in 1727. It seems certain that at least this first coronation music was performed. More recently, it was used as the basis for the famous UEFA Champions League fanfare. Here is the original! Recordings can be found online at various providers.