The Standard Oratorios is a handbook written by George Putnam Upton in 1886 that provides a comprehensive guide to the stories, music, and composers of the most popular oratorios of the time. The book is divided into two parts: the first part covers the history and development of the oratorio genre, while the second part provides detailed information on individual oratorios, including their plots, musical structure, and biographical information on the composers.The book includes a wide range of oratorios, from Handel's Messiah and Mendelssohn's Elijah to lesser-known works by composers such as Gounod and Berlioz. Each entry includes a synopsis of the story, a discussion of the music and its structure, and biographical information on the composer.Upton's writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both music scholars and general readers. The Standard Oratorios is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of the oratorio genre, as well as those looking to deepen their understanding of individual works.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.