Paris Symphonies II: Nos. 85, 86 & 87

Album by Joseph Haydn & Tafelmusik & Bruno Weil

Paris Symphonies II: Nos. 85, 86 & 87 is a set of symphonies by Joseph Haydn, composed and first performed in 1786. They sit within the Classical-period orchestral repertoire and exemplify Haydn's mature symphonic writing through expanded wind idioms, brisk rhythmic drive, clear formal shaping and contrasting textures that reflect his engagement with Parisian concert life and the demands of professional public orchestras.

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  1. 1.
    Symphony in B flat major, Hob. I:85 "The Queen": I. Adagio - Vivace
    6:56
  2. 2.
    Symphony in B flat major, Hob. I:85 "The Queen": II. Romance. Allegretto
    7:33
  3. 3.
    Symphony in B flat major, Hob. I:85 "The Queen": III. Menuet. Allegretto - Trio
    3:55
  4. 4.
    Symphony in B flat major, Hob. I:85 "The Queen": IV. Finale. Presto
    3:19
  5. 5.
    Symphony in D major, Hob. I:86: I. Adagio - Allegro spiritoso
    8:00
  6. 6.
    Symphony in D major, Hob. I:86: II. Capriccio. Largo
    5:47
  7. 7.
    Symphony in D major, Hob. I:86: III. Minuet. Allegretto - Trio
    5:03
  8. 8.
    Symphony in D major, Hob. I:86: IV. Finale. Allegro con spirito
    6:10
  9. 9.
    Symphony in A major, Hob. I:87: I. Vivace
    6:52
  10. 10.
    Symphony in A major, Hob. I:87: II. Adagio
    6:41
  11. 11.
    Symphony in A major, Hob. I:87: III. Minuet - Trio
    4:20
  12. 12.
    Symphony in A major, Hob. I:87: IV. Finale. Vivace
    6:25

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