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The Handel House Museum was home to the baroque composer George Frideric Handel from 1723 until his death in 1759. This landmark address is where Handel composed some of the greatest music in history including Messiah, Zadok the Priest and Music for the Royal Fireworks, and died on 14 April 1759.


Current Exhibition: Mr Handel's Friends

10 November 2009 – 28 February 2010
Handel had many friends and admirers in London who collected, played and promoted his music, entertained him in their homes, and supported him in difficult times.  Through the private letters and diaries of the Harris family this exhibition explores these relationships and shows the many sides of the famous composer’s character and fortunes. Curated by Donald Burrows and Rosemary Dunhill.


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