Symphony no. 6 in F major op. 68 (“Pastorale”)

Album by Ludwig van Beethoven & Columbia Symphony Orchestra & Bruno Walter

Symphony No. 6 in F major, Op. 68 (the 'Pastoral') is a symphony by Ludwig van Beethoven, completed and premiered in 1808. The work, cast in five movements, evokes rural scenes through lyrical, folk-like melodies, rustic rhythms and rich orchestral colour, and marks a move toward programme-like expression in Beethoven's middle period as he explored narrative and nature-inspired themes within the symphonic form.
First released: 1958

Tracklist

  1. 1.
    Symphony no. 6 in F major, op. 68 “Pastorale”: I. Allegro ma non troppo
    9:51
  2. 2.
    Symphony no. 6 in F major, op. 68 “Pastorale”: II. Andante molto mosso
    11:55
  3. 3.
    Symphony no. 6 in F major, op. 68 “Pastorale”: III. Allegro / IV. Allegro / V. Allegretto
    19:08
  4. 4.
    Leonore Overture no. 2, op. 72a
    15:18

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