Symphony no. 83 "La Poule" / Symphony no. 84 / Symphony no. 85 "La Reine"

Album by Joseph Haydn & Heidelberger Sinfoniker & Thomas Fey

Symphonies Nos. 83, 84 and 85 are orchestral symphonies by Joseph Haydn composed circa 1786 as part of the set written for Parisian concerts. They exemplify Classical-era orchestral writing with clear sonata forms, notable wind writing and vivid rhythmic character, and they reflect Haydn's engagement with larger-scale public concert life in Paris that broadened his international presence.
First released: 2002

Tracklist

  1. 1.
    Symphony no. 83 in G minor, Hob. I:83 "La Poule": I. Allegro spirituoso
    6:55
  2. 2.
    Symphony no. 83 in G minor, Hob. I:83 "La Poule": II. Andante
    7:08
  3. 3.
    Symphony no. 83 in G minor, Hob. I:83 "La Poule": III. Menuet: Allegretto
    3:42
  4. 4.
    Symphony no. 83 in G minor, Hob. I:83 "La Poule": IV. Finale: Vivace
    5:51
  5. 5.
    Symphony no. 84 in E-flat major, Hob. I:84: I. Largo - Allegro
    7:46
  6. 6.
    Symphony no. 84 in E-flat major, Hob. I:84: II. Andante
    6:32
  7. 7.
    Symphony no. 84 in E-flat major, Hob. I:84: III. Menuet: Allegretto
    3:28
  8. 8.
    Symphony no. 84 in E-flat major, Hob. I:84: IV. Finale: Vivace
    5:28
  9. 9.
    Symphony no. 85 in B-flat major, Hob. I:85 "La Reine": I. Adagio - Vivace
    10:12
  10. 10.
    Symphony no. 85 in B-flat major, Hob. I:85 "La Reine": II. Romance: Allegretto
    6:49
  11. 11.
    Symphony no. 85 in B-flat major, Hob. I:85 "La Reine": III. Menuetto: Allegretto
    4:30
  12. 12.
    Symphony no. 85 in B-flat major, Hob. I:85 "La Reine": IV. Finale: Presto
    3:08

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