Haydn, Joseph-LONDON SYMPHONIES NOS. 93-98 IN FULL SCORE

It was in his monumental 12 "London" symphonies that Haydn perfected the still-fledgling form of the symphony and set the standard for later composers. The first six in the series, contained in this volume, include the famous "Surprise" Symphony (No.94), the exceptional No.95 (in C Minor), and the innovative "Miracle" Symphony (No.96) as well as the often performed Symphonies Nos. 93, 97 and 98. According to the New Grove's, the appeal of these works stems from the fact that they are unmistakably "grand" symphonies, which "has partly to do with a broader presentation of musical ideas, and partly with sonority, a sound quality inspired by the fine orchestras and concert rooms of London. Another prominent feature is the use of themes and motifs of a basic simplicity and immediate appeal." These attractive qualities have rendered the London Symphonies perennial favorites with musicians and concertgoers for over two hundred years. Now music lovers can study and enjoy the complete scores of the first six of these enduring masterpieces in this new, authoritative edition.

Unabridged republication of an authoritative early edition. Instrumentation. 320pp. 8:: x11::. Available Now 29754-3 Paperbd.

Related Title

24983-2 Haydn-Complete London Symphonies, Series II (Nos. 99-104) (USO) Pa.
24445-8 Haydn-Haydn-Symphonies Nos. 88-92 (USO) Pa.

Reprinted from Dover Fall 1997 catalog.

MIDI Classics
Order: 800-787-6434
Fax: 860-651-4373 Tech/Overseas Voice: 1-860-651-1349
E-mail: mcsales@midi-classics.com
Box 311, Weatogue, CT 06089-0311 USA

mcsales@midi-classics.com