Goerge Frideric Handel By axe6168 Period: Feb 23, 1685 to Apr 14, 1759 Goerge Frideric Handel He lived during the Baroque period (1600-1750) Apr 23, 1685 Born in Germany. He was born in Germany. Feb 23, 1692 Got his first Harpsichord for his birthday. Feb 24, 1711 First time Rinaldo was performed Oct 11, 1727 first time rinaldo was performed 11 October 1727 Apr 15, 1737 he got a stroke Jul 10, 1741 Started writing the "Messiah" Apr 13, 1742 The first time the "Messiah" was performed. Apr 14, 1749 Died