Handel is hardly among my favorites, but his Dixit is one of my favorite pieces of any genre. This recording is outstanding, and whereas some are quick to poke fun at Gardiner, they should eat their word upon this. I've had this CD for nearly ten years; this recording still seems fresh and amazing each time I listen to it. Very few recordings literally evoke chills, but this one does, still. If I were forced to relinquish all of my music but say five CDs, this would be my first choice to keep. I cannot possibly overrate it...although in truth I would rather the Anthem be left off, because nothing can compliment the final Gloria Patri. You MUST have this!