Symphonies nos. 2 and 5
Album by Ludwig van Beethoven & Nicolaus Esterházy Sinfonia & Béla Drahos
Symphonies Nos. 2 and 5 are orchestral works by Ludwig van Beethoven, completed in 1802 and 1808 respectively. They exemplify classical-era symphonic writing with expanded orchestral forces and rigorous motivic development, the Second reflecting early optimism and classical balance while the Fifth introduces a concise, rhythm-driven opening gesture and heightened dramatic contrasts that signal Beethoven's transition into his middle period.
First released: February 1997
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- 1.Symphony no. 2 in D major, op. 36: I. Adagio molto - Allegro con brio12:24
- 2.Symphony no. 2 in D major, op. 36: II. Larghetto11:14
- 3.Symphony no. 2 in D major, op. 36: III. Scherzo. Allegro4:36
- 4.Symphony no. 2 in D major, op. 36: IV. Allegro molto6:42
- 5.Symphony no. 5 in C minor, op. 67: I. Allegro con brio7:15
- 6.Symphony no. 5 in C minor, op. 67: II. Andante con moto9:21
- 7.Symphony no. 5 in C minor, op. 67: III. Allegro8:33
- 8.Symphony no. 5 in C minor, op. 67: IV. Allegro10:36
