Composed by George Frideric Handel. Arranged by Stan Pethel. Baroque. Solo part and Piano accompaniment. Published by Cherry Classics (CY.CC2686).
Judas Maccabeus became one of Handel's most popular oratorios during his lifetime after its London premier in 1747. The recitative and aria is from late in the work and is a reminder to the house of Judah to not fear the nations that defy the Israelites; that God will defend and be the friend of Zion. This lyrical arrangement of about seven minutes in length by Stan Pethel is appropriate for intermediate level Tubists or Bass Trombonists.
