The Seven Last Words of Christ (orchestral version)

Album by Joseph Haydn & Nemzeti Filharmonikus Zenekar & János Ferencsik

The Seven Last Words of Christ (orchestral version) is an orchestral work by Joseph Haydn, composed in 1786. Originally prepared for Good Friday performance, it comprises seven reflective movements framed by an opening introduction and a slow concluding movement, exemplifying Haydn's late Classical harmonic experimentation, expressive use of orchestral colour and emphasis on dramatic contrast within sacred instrumental music.

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  1. 1.
    The Seven Last Words of Christ: Introduzione
    6:41
  2. 2.
    The Seven Last Words of Christ: Sonata I
    7:32
  3. 3.
    The Seven Last Words of Christ: Sonata II
    7:53
  4. 4.
    The Seven Last Words of Christ: Sonata III
    9:33
  5. 5.
    The Seven Last Words of Christ: Sonata IV
    8:33
  6. 6.
    The Seven Last Words of Christ: Sonata V
    7:44
  7. 7.
    The Seven Last Words of Christ: Sonata VI
    7:06
  8. 8.
    The Seven Last Words of Christ: Sonata VII
    7:51
  9. 9.
    The Seven Last Words of Christ: Il terremoto
    2:07

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