Sarah Connolly sings: "Father of Heav'n" from Handel's oratorio "Judas Maccabeus"

The superb British mezzo-soprano Sarah Connolly, as the Israelitish Man, sings "Father of Heav'n" from Part 3 of the oratorio "Judas Maccabeus", by G.F. Handel. The Scottish Chamber Orchestra is conducted by William Christie. Air Israelitish Man "Father of Heav'n! From Thy eternal throne, Look with an eye of blessing down, While we prepare with holy rites, To solemnize the feast of lights. And thus our grateful hearts employ; And in Thy praise This altar raise, With carols of triumphant joy. Father of Heav'n. . . da capo" From the opening concert of the Edinburgh International Festival, 14 August 2009.