Handel's Israel in Egypt is a monumental oratorio that brings the biblical story of the Israelites' deliverance from bondage to life through dramatic choral writing and vivid orchestration. Premiering in 1739, it is renowned for its extensive use of choruses, which dominate the work with intricate counterpoint, dramatic intensity, and sweeping emotional power. Handel masterfully depicts the plagues of Egypt, the crossing of the Red Sea, and the Israelites' songs of triumph, making Israel in Egypt a vibrant and enduring masterpiece of Baroque sacred music.

The learning files are broken up into two sections:

• Section 1S1:   Choral Movements 1-16
• Section 2S2:   Choral Movements 17-39

To start practicing, select a section, then select your vocal part. Playback will start automatically. Sing easy. Practicing independently does not need to sound beautiful and should never strain your voice. Your choral conductor will appreciate the time you took to master the notes and rhythm.