Symphonies Nos. 1 and 5 "Reformation"

Album by Felix Mendelssohn & RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra & Reinhard Seifried

Symphonies Nos. 1 and 5 "Reformation" are orchestral works by Felix Mendelssohn, composed in 1824 and 1830 respectively. No. 1 exhibits youthful energy, classical forms and clear orchestration typical of early Romantic symphonies, while No. 5, subtitled "Reformation", draws on chorale-inspired material and a mix of solemn and triumphant textures that reflect its commemorative character and its place in Mendelssohn's symphonic development.
First released: 1995

Tracklist

  1. 1.
    Symphony No.1 In C Minor, Op. 11 - I. Allegro di Molto
    10:25
  2. 2.
    Symphony No.1 In C Minor, Op. 11 - II. Andante
    6:18
  3. 3.
    Symphony No.1 In C Minor, Op. 11 - III. Menuetto: Allegro Molto
    6:55
  4. 4.
    Symphony No.1 In C Minor, Op. 11 - IV. Allegro Con Fuoco
    8:52
  5. 5.
    Symphony No. 5 In D Major, Op. 107, "Reformation" - I. Andante - Allegro Con Fuoco
    12:46
  6. 6.
    Symphony No. 5 In D Major, Op. 107, "Reformation" - II. Allegro Vivace
    6:56
  7. 7.
    Symphony No. 5 In D Major, Op. 107, "Reformation" - III. Andante
    4:52
  8. 8.
    Symphony No. 5 In D Major, Op. 107, "Reformation" - IV. Andante (Choral: Ein' Feste Burg Ist Unser Gott) - Allegro Vivace
    8:48

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