Symphony No. 6 "Pastorale"

Album by Ludwig van Beethoven & New York Chamber Symphony & Gerard Schwarz

Symphony No. 6 'Pastorale' is the sixth symphony by Ludwig van Beethoven, completed in 1808. The work is an example of a programme symphony that evokes rural scenes through lyrical melodies, pastoral textures and vivid orchestral colour, and it represents Beethoven's interest in nature and descriptive composition during his middle period.

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  1. 1.
    Symphony No. 6 in F major, Op. 68 "Pastorale": I. Awakening of cheerful feelings upon arrival in the country. Allegro ma non troppo
    10:15
  2. 2.
    Symphony No. 6 in F major, Op. 68 "Pastorale": II. Scene at the brook. Andante molto mosso
    12:27
  3. 3.
    Symphony No. 6 in F major, Op. 68 "Pastorale": III. Happy gathering of country folk. Allegro
    5:07
  4. 4.
    Symphony No. 6 in F major, Op. 68 "Pastorale": IV. Thunderstorm. Allegro
    3:46
  5. 5.
    Symphony No. 6 in F major, Op. 68 "Pastorale": V. Shepherds' song: Cheerful and thankful feelings after the storm. Allegretto
    10:00

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