1. Opera: Handel composed more than 40 operas, many of which are considered masterpieces of the genre. His most famous operas include "Giulio Cesare" (1724), "Tamerlano" (1724), "Rodelinda" (1725), "Agrippina" (1709), and his crowning achievement, "Messiah" (1742), which is an English-language oratorio.
2. Oratorio: In addition to "Messiah," Handel composed other oratorios, such as "Samson" (1743), "Saul" (1738), "Belshazzar" (1744), and "Israel in Egypt" (1739). His oratorios are known for their dramatic storytelling, grand choruses, and expressive arias.
3. Instrumental Music: Handel was also a prolific composer of instrumental music, including concerti grossi, sonatas, concertos for various instruments, and suites. His "Music for the Royal Fireworks" (1749) and "Water Music" (1717) are among his most famous works in this genre.
4. Church Music: Handel composed numerous anthems, motets, and other liturgical works for the Church of England. These include his settings of the "Te Deum" and the "Dettingen Te Deum," as well as his Chandos Anthems.