Symphonies Nos. 7, 8

Album by Ludwig van Beethoven & Tonhalle-Orchester Zürich & David Zinman

Symphonies Nos. 7 and 8 are orchestral works by Ludwig van Beethoven, composed between 1811 and 1812 and first performed in 1813 and 1814 respectively. They exemplify Beethoven's middle-period style, the Seventh characterised by pronounced rhythmic drive and dance-like patterns while the Eighth is shorter and more classical in proportion, displaying concise formal control and inventive orchestral colour as part of his ongoing exploration of musical form.
First released: 16th June 1998

Tracklist

  1. 1.
    Symphony No. 7 in A major, Op. 92: I. Poco sostenuto - Vivace
    13:24
  2. 2.
    Symphony No. 7 in A major, Op. 92: II. Allegretto
    7:29
  3. 3.
    Symphony No. 7 in A major, Op. 92: III. Presto
    8:02
  4. 4.
    Symphony No. 7 in A major, Op. 92: IV. Allegro con brio
    8:36
  5. 5.
    Symphony No. 8 in F major, Op. 93: I. Allegro vivace e con brio
    8:13
  6. 6.
    Symphony No. 8 in F major, Op. 93: II. Scherzo. Allegretto
    3:50
  7. 7.
    Symphony No. 8 in F major, Op. 93: III. Menuetto
    4:16
  8. 8.
    Symphony No. 8 in F major, Op. 93: IV. Allegro vivace
    6:40

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