This work, with libretto by Charles Jennans, saw Susannah Cibber perform at its premiere in England, where it was called the "New Sacred Oratorio.
The composer of this work used a French Overture form to compose its opening, an E minor string overture titled "Sinfony." This work also contains a section inspired by shepard-bagpipers, titled "Pifa." The librettist for this work previously set texts for its composer's Saul and Israel in Egypt. This work, with libretto by Charles Jennans, saw Susannah Cibber perform at its premiere in England, where it was called the "New Sacred Oratorio." George II is said to have stood up in appreciation during one section of this work that contains the words "he shall reign for ever and ever." For 10 points, identify this oratorio that contains the "Hallelujah" chorus, a work by George Frideric Handel.
The composer of this work used a French Overture form to compose its opening, an E minor string overture titled "Sinfony.
Messiah