Symphony No. 103 “Drum Roll” / Symphony no. 104 “London”

Album by Joseph Haydn & Koninklijk Concertgebouworkest & Nikolaus Harnoncourt

Symphonies Nos. 103 and 104 are orchestral works by Joseph Haydn, composed in 1795. They are late Classical-period symphonies that demonstrate Haydn's mature symphonic style, featuring expansive four-movement structures, richer orchestration with prominent wind and percussion writing, and a balance of inventive thematic development and clear formal design that reflects his final London visits and the culmination of his symphonic experiments.
First released: 1992

Tracklist

  1. 1.
    Symphony no. 103 in E-flat major, Hob I: 103 “Drum Roll”: I. Adagio - Allegro con spirito
    10:06
  2. 2.
    Symphony no. 103 in E-flat major, Hob I: 103 “Drum Roll”: II. Andante più tosto - Allegretto
    9:50
  3. 3.
    Symphony no. 103 in E-flat major, Hob I: 103 “Drum Roll”: III. Menuet
    5:13
  4. 4.
    Symphony no. 103 in E-flat major, Hob I: 103 “Drum Roll”: IV. Finale. Allegro con spirito
    5:55
  5. 5.
    Symphony no. 104 in D major, Hob I: 104 “London”: I. Adagio - Allegro
    9:17
  6. 6.
    Symphony no. 104 in D major, Hob I: 104 “London”: II. Andante
    7:24
  7. 7.
    Symphony no. 104 in D major, Hob I: 104 “London”: III. Menuetto. Allegro
    3:37
  8. 8.
    Symphony no. 104 in D major, Hob I: 104 “London”: IV. Finale. Spirituoso
    6:47

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