Symphony no. 94 “Surprise” / Symphony no. 96 “Miracle”

Album by Joseph Haydn & Academy of Ancient Music & Christopher Hogwood

Symphonies Nos. 94 and 96 are orchestral works by Joseph Haydn composed in the early 1790s. They exemplify Classical-era symphonic style through clear melodic phrasing, balanced structures and inventive orchestration that blend wit and drama, reflecting Haydn's mature London-period output and his role in shaping the later symphonic tradition.
First released: 1985

Tracklist

  1. 1.
    Symphony No. 96, "Miracle": I. Adagio - Allegro
    9:45
  2. 2.
    Symphony No. 96, "Miracle": II. Andante
    5:41
  3. 3.
    Symphony No. 96, "Miracle": III. Menuetto and Trio: Allegretto
    6:21
  4. 4.
    Symphony No. 96, "Miracle": IV. Vivace
    3:14
  5. 5.
    Symphony No. 94, "Surprise": I. Adagio - Vivace assai
    8:50
  6. 6.
    Symphony No. 94, "Surprise": II. Andante
    6:33
  7. 7.
    Symphony No. 94, "Surprise": III. Menuet and Trio: Allegro molto
    5:00
  8. 8.
    Symphony No. 94, "Surprise": IV. Finale: Allegro di molto
    3:53

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