Symphonies, nos. 53-54

Album by Joseph Haydn & Heidelberger Sinfoniker & Thomas Fey

Symphonies nos. 53 and 54 are orchestral works by Joseph Haydn, composed in the 1770s. They exemplify Haydn's middle-period symphonic style, employing classical sonata structures, balanced orchestration with notable wind writing and rhythmic dynamism, and occupy a place in his output that contributed to the development of the classical symphony.

First released: 3rd May 2011

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Symphony no. 53 in D major, Hob.I:53, “Imperial”: I. Largo maestoso - Vivace
10:31
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Symphony no. 53 in D major, Hob.I:53, “Imperial”: II. Andante
7:00
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Symphony no. 53 in D major, Hob.I:53, “Imperial”: III. Menuetto
4:57
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Symphony no. 53 in D major, Hob.I:53, “Imperial”: IV. Presto
4:42
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Symphony no. 54 in G major, Hob.I:54: I. Adagio maestoso - Presto
7:31
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Symphony no. 54 in G major, Hob.I:54: II. Adagio assai
12:54
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Symphony no. 54 in G major, Hob.I:54: III. Menuett: Allegretto
4:05
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Symphony no. 54 in G major, Hob.I:54: IV. Finale: Presto
6:35
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Sinfonia in D major, Hob.Ia:7 (alternative Finale of Symphony no. 53)
4:00