Archipel 0255-3, a 2004 3-CD issue of an oratorio in three parts: "Messiah," composed by George Frideric Handel (1685-1759), performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra & Choir, conducted by Hermann Scherchen (monaural live recording in historical sound, recorded in 1953). The vocal soloists are Margaret Ritchie - soprano, Constance Shacklock - contralto, William Herbert - tenor and Richard Standen - bass.