Thursday 23 February 2012

Happy Birthday

Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday dear Handel
Happy Birthday to you!

Handel is 327 today. I wonder if he could have imagined how well his music would survive the onslaught of the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries? He was certainly aware of his popularity whilst alive and I am sure he would be absolutely chuffed (and not at all surprised) by his recognition today. One important question remains however. What kind of cake would he have preferred?

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