Haydn: Symphonies 94 & 101 / Monteux

1. Symphony No. 94 in G major ("Surprise"/"The Drumstroke"/"Mit dem Paukenschlag"), H. 1/94
Composed by Franz Joseph Haydn
Performed by London Symphony Orchestra with Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra
Conducted by Pierre Monteux

2. Symphony No. 101 in D major ("Clock"), H. 1/101
Composed by Franz Joseph Haydn
Performed by London Symphony Orchestra with Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra
Conducted by Pierre Monteux

3. Variations on a Theme of Haydn for orchestra in B flat major (St. Anthony Variations), Op. 56a
Composed by Johannes Brahms
Performed by London Symphony Orchestra with Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra
Conducted by Pierre Monteux

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Haydn: The London Symphonies, Vol. 2
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Haydn's London Symphonies

Excellent, but beware of Davis' groaning

GOOD, BUT!

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Haydn: The London Symphonies, Vol. 2

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Tracks:

Symphony In D: Adagio - Allegro assai - Joseph Haydn
Symphony In D: Largo cantabile - Joseph Haydn
Symphony In D: Menuetto. Allegro - Joseph Haydn
Symphony In D: Finale. Presto ma non troppo - Joseph Haydn
Symphony In E Flat: Adagio -- Vivace assai - Joseph Haydn
Symphony In E Flat: Adagio - Joseph Haydn
Symphony In E Flat: Menuetto. Allegretto - Joseph Haydn
Symphony In E Flat: Finale. Vivace - Joseph Haydn
Symphony In G: Adagio - Joseph Haydn
Symphony In G: Andante - Joseph Haydn
Symphony In G: Menuetto - Joseph Haydn
Symphony In G: Finale - Joseph Haydn

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Symphony In G: 1. Adagio - J. Haydn
Symphony In G: 2. Andante - J. Haydn
Symphony In G: 3. Menuetto - J. Haydn
Symphony In G: 4. Finale - J. Haydn
Symphony In C: 1. Adagio - Vivace - J. Haydn
Symphony In C: 2. Adagio ma non troppo - J. Haydn
Symphony In C: 3. Menuetto. Allegretto - J. Haydn
Symphony In C: 4. Finale. Presto assai - J. Haydn
Symphony In D: 1. Adagio - J. Haydn
Symphony In D: 2. Andante - J. Haydn
Symphony In D: 3. Menuetto - J. Haydn
Symphony In D: 4. Finale - J. Haydn

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Someone once commented on the "sulphurous devilishness" of Haydn's surprises in the London symphonies. But it should come as no surprise that one of the best recordings of these works is from Sir Colin Davis, whose accounts with the Concertgebouw Orchestra stand among the most exalted phonographic accomplishments of recent years. There is a Beechamesque quality to these readings, and when it comes to Haydn, that is praise indeed. They are exceptionally personable, characterful, likable interpretations, with wit, warmth, and life in every measure. All 12 symphonies are wonderfully played and very well recorded. At full price, these recordings would be a top choice; as midprice offerings, three symphonies to a disc (averaging more than 75 minutes of music each), they're a steal. --Ted Libbey

Customer Reviews:

Comparison - Jochum's Set vs. Colin Davis'.......2006-02-23

Jochum and London Phil deliver the highest level of Haydn playing just like Colin Davis and Concertgebow do. I own both and tried to compare between two.

Jochum adds plenty of personal touches that decidedly grab your attention. You hear poignant romanticism or Beethoven-like roar in many places. Colin Davis, by comparison, lets the music flow naturally and makes it sound more balanced. Colin Davis sure gets a lot of help from the gorgeous Concertgebow band - silky but vivacious strings, show-stopping woodwinds, bright brass section, etc. In his set, you hear more of the orchestra than Colin Davis. I think it's the other way around in Jochum set. Concergebow's sound is more transparent and charmingly light-footed while London Phil sounds fuller and creamier without losing crispness. You get more agility and refinement from Davis set. You get more expressiveness and warmth from Jochum's.
Let me emphasize that all of the good qualities I attributed to either of the sets actually exist in both (they are inherently in Haydn's writing). It's just that some qualities are more apparent in one than the other.
As to the recording, Colin Davis set has more sparkle and vividness. It sounds more modern. Jochum's has a typical old-fashioned analogue sound in a very good way. It has plenty of natural ambience but doesn't sound muddy.
I recommend you buy both of these delightful and affordable sets. I never regretted doing so :-)

Haydn's London Symphonies.......2005-12-21

I have been listening to many of Haydn's earlier symphonies on the ongoing cycle of the complete series on Naxos. But for the final set of twelve, Haydn's masterpieces in the form, I wanted Sir Colin Davis conducting the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. Davis has recorded the twelve London symphonies on two mid-priced Phillips "duo" CDs. The performances are outstanding and filled with ebullience. They will make a good introduction to Haydn for those new to his music and will delight long-term lovers of Haydn.

Beginning when he was about 25, Haydn composed for the wealthy and music-loving Esterhazy family. His fame gradually spread throughout Europe and, with the "Paris" symphonies, Haydn began to write works for a public broader than his aristocratic patron. With the death of Nicholas Esterhazy in 1790, Haydn received an invitation to visit London. He visited twice, in 1791-1792 and again from 1794-1795. His twelve "London" symphonies are the result. These are full-scaled symphonic creations showing the consummate mastery Haydn had acquired over the years. The works are joyous and lively and were immediately welcomed by Haydn's London audiences. They are also highly sophisticated and endlessly creative works of art which will reward careful listening and study. For those listeners wanting a more detailed, yet non-technical overview of the twelve London symphonies than that found on liner notes, I suggest consulting their treatment in Michael Steinberg's valuable work, "The Symphony: A Listener's Guide."

This two-CD set includes six of the London symphonies: nos. 93, 94, 97, 99, 100, and 101. Let me mention a few features of each.

Haydn's most famous symphony is probably the 94th in G major, the "Surprise". The theme of the second movement, with the large "bang" at the end of the repetition of the opening phrase is one of the best-known moments of music, familiar to children. This remains an excellent work to introduce young people to music. The "surprise" movement proceeds with a lovely set of variations, and there is much to get to know, including more surprises, in the remaining three movements as well.

Symphony no. 100 is also in G major and is known as the "Military" for the martial tone of the second movement, replete with drums, cymbals, and triangle. In addition to the "Military" movement, this symphony features a vicacious finale replete with timpani, a contrapuntal section, and some soft moments of reflection hidden within the lively theme.

The "Clock" symphony, no 101 in D major is named for the tick-tock accompaniment figure in the second movement which is forever endearing. This movement gradually rises to a moment of passion as it develops. The work also features a lively opening movement, a lengthy minuet, and an outstanding finale that works from an inocuous opening to complex counterpoint.

The symphonies with nicknames are the easiest way to introduce the London set, but the symphonies without these names are on the same high plane. The first of the London set is symphony no. 93, also in D major. A memorable moment of this work is the opening of the second movement, which Haydn scores for a string quartet. The movement becomes rather introspective as it proceeds, but Haydn brings it back to earth with a toot on the bassoon at the close. The symphony opens with a slow. detailed introduction followed by an opening movement that develops two lively and lyrical themes.

The 97th symphony is the last of twenty Haydn symphonies in C major, a key he used for regal, ceremonial effect. The work opens with a surprisingly quiet slow introduction followed by an opening movement that develops broadly from many repetitions of the basic chord of C major.

The 99th symphony in E-flat major is the first in which Haydn used clarinets and, from the opening chord, clarinets play a major role in the texture of this work. This is one of the more complex symphonies of the London set, with a harmonically adventurous slow introduction followed by a movement that emphasizes the second of its two major themes. The slow movement is deeply intense and also stresses the second of the two primary themes on which it is based. After a lyrical, restrained opening, the movement turns to the minor key in a dramatic section before returning to the opening material, substantially embellished. The minuet combines elements of both courtliness and earthiness while the finale is rapid and culminates in a fugal passage. The 99th is one of the finest symphonies of an outstanding series.

This set, and its companion recording of the remaining six London symphonies, make a wonderful introduction to a great composer.

Robin Friedman

Excellent, but beware of Davis' groaning.......2005-02-23

Excellent recordings in general, as pointed out by others.

But Davis' groaning is very audible and ANNOYING in places. He does the same on most of his more recent LSO recordings.

Why do conductors groan/grunt away and spoil their recordings so often?

Jochum/DG is another great set of the London symphonies, and doesn't have conductor noises!

GOOD, BUT!.......2004-07-15

This set is good of course, but if you are looking for great performances for EACH of Haydn's 12 London symphony, you may want to buy individual discs. Here is my collection of the 12 'London' Masterpieces.
Symphony 93: Goodman/Hanover Band (Hyperion 66532)
Symphony 94: Monteux/Vienna Phil (Decca 452893-2)
Symphony 95: Britten/ECO (BBC 8008)
Symphony 96: Harnoncourt/Concg. Orchestra (Teldec/Warner 21337-2)
Symphony 97: Szell/Cleveland (Sony 67175)
Symphony 98: Jochum/LPO (DG 437 201-2)
Symphony 99: Davis/Concg. Orchestra (Phillips 442 614-2)
Symphony 100: Walter/Columbia (Sony 64485)
Symphony 101: Mackerras/St. Luke's (Telarc)
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Symphony 103: Kuijken/La Petite Bande (DHM 77362)
Symphony 104: Hickox/Collegium Musicum 90 (Chandos 0655)

Grand, Warm, Rich, Mature Symphony.......2003-05-07

Culmination of a marvelous life in composition are these London Symphonies.

Here, in one of the highest rated collections Sir Colin Davis leads the Royalo Concertgebouw Orchestra in over 150 minutes of some of the premier symphonic sounds of all times. There is style and substance in their treatment and the crisp, clean recording is marvelous at any price, but even better at this mid-range bargain.

I especially have fond of No. 93 and of course, No. 102 with its melodic richness and inventive harmony. His element of surpirse is always robust and mysterious, as here the third note spells departure.

Tracks:

String Symphony No. 4: Andante
Symphony In F Major: Andante
Concerto In E Major For Trumpet, Oboe d'amore, Violin, Strings And Continuo: Affettuoso
Overture No. 5 In E Major: Andante
Violin Concerto In C Major: Adagio
Symphony No. 6 In F Major: Larghetto
Cello Concerto In C Major: Adagio
Symphony No. 1 In B Flat Major: I Allegro
Symphony No. 1 In B Flat Major: II Moderato e dolce
Symphony No. 3 In C Major: Andante
Symphony No. 94 in G Major: Menuet & Trio
Symphony No. 5 In B Flat Major: Andante con moto
Symphony No. 2 In A Major: Vivace
Trumpet Concerto In E Flat Major: Andante
Symphony No.1 in D Major: Andante

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If the people at Nimbus are smart, they'll do a whole collection of discs on this theme. The literary-musical connection is, when done tastefully, as it is here, irresistible. As the intelligent and interesting notes maintain, "London at the time of Jane Austen was one of the most exciting centers in all of Europe for music," and this was an era of great fertility of composers in general. Lucky Jane! Imagine publishing your second novel the same year that Beethoven's Seventh Symphony receives its premiere. Or offering your fourth novel to the public near the time of the first performance of Schubert's Fifth Symphony. The program highlights popular music from Austen's time by Mendelssohn, Haydn, Fasch, J.C. Bach, Boyce, Schubert and others. I find the exclusion of chamber music a little odd here, though, since chamber music was the rage among the sort of gentlemen and women of the country about whom Austen wrote so well. --Gwendolyn Freed

Customer Reviews:

A perfect blend of music ! .......2006-11-23

I decided to try this cd based on the good reviews it got and I'm certainly glad I did ! The music is just perfect for relaxing and filling the house with all the old classical masterpieces. A good buy that that's well worth the money!

Beautiful.......2006-11-20

The more I listen to this cd, the more I love it!! It is very beautiful.

Beautiful Music.......2006-10-02

A great price for such a beautiful CD.
This CD is a must have if you love Jane Austen.
Buy this CD, you will not be disappointed!

Very Pleased!.......2005-09-28

If you like slow beautiful music, this is for you.
Austen has a great taste for harmonic melodies.
I've listen to this CD over and over again.
I still enjoy the beautiful music!

VERY VERY GOOD.......2004-03-07

If you love classical music while reading, relaxing or having a bit of tea, you won't regret getting this album. I personally love it to bits, worth every penny!

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Intense, Vigorous Haydn
Fine Haydn at a Great Price
Superb Performances Of Haydn's "London" Symphonies From Jochum and the London Philharmonic Orchestra
How to conduct Haydn
SO GREAT!!!

Haydn: The 12 "London" Symphonies

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Customer Reviews:

Intense, Vigorous Haydn.......2007-06-02

WOW! Could anyone ever think of Haydn as thrilling? If not, listen to this set! Jochum, who has now joined Furtwangler in my pantheon of godlike conductors, brings a fire and exhilaration that sweeps over every note. I am especially impressed and moved by his performance of no. 98, written in memory of the recently deceased Mozart (the slow movement really echos that of the "Jupiter", something I never noticed before hearing Jochum). The recorded sound is superb in its naturalness, and the LPO follows Jochum perfectly. As a bonus, the last CD contains earlier Jochum Haydn recordings, including his no. 98 with the Berlin Philharmonic. Although the BPO is my favorite orchestra of all, I find myself prefering the later LPO version for its even greater forcefulness. It seems that while other conductors mellowed with time, Jochum seemed to gain in fire and flame as he aged.

Fine Haydn at a Great Price.......2007-05-18

There's no getting around the fact that Jochum adds his own personal touches to all the works in this set, and as with his Bruckner, they work marvelously and make the listening a lot of fun. Haydn infuses his work with a great deal of humor and wit as it is; these performances simply enhance those qualities. They're not as rough & ready as Bernstein/NYP, not as refined as Colin Davis/COA; but they're well-played, inspired, and for the Haydn enthusiast, never dull.

The "bonus" recordings on Disc #5 date from 1962 and 1958 (the remainder of the set from 1972-73) and sound absolutely great!

Superb Performances Of Haydn's "London" Symphonies From Jochum and the London Philharmonic Orchestra.......2007-03-12

Eugen Jochum is probably best remembered for his sterling interpretations of Bruckner's symphonies. However, he should be well regarded too for his splendid interpretations of Haydn's late symphonies. This superb 5 CD set has been listed - and then deleted inexplicably - by Deutsche Grammophon for years; now at last it is back in a relatively inexpensive form, demonstrating once more that it is among the finest recordings of these symphonies ever made. Jochum leads the London Philharmonic Orchestra in light, delicate performances which are truly revelatory, leading the orchestra as if Haydn himself was conducting. It's truly hard for me to select a single favorite, though I agree with another reviewer that Jochum's interpretation of the 101st "Clock" symphony is truly special. For these reasons alone, I can't say that Jochum's cycle is "better" than those I've heard from Bernstein and Sir Colin Davis; however, I will say that his cycle is one I recommend as highly as those from these two superb Haydn interpreters. I do know that I greatly enjoyed my original LP versions of Jochum's cycle, and for this reason alone, I strongly recommend this CD version to potential purchasers.

How to conduct Haydn.......2007-03-08

Eugen Jochum was a truly great conductor without that reputation. When you listen to this set, the greatness really shows. First of all, these recordings sound like performances. They have grace, style and most importantly, spontanaiety. Of all the great composers, Haydn's music has the most humor. Some of it is extremely obvious like the slow movements of 93 and 94. Other times it is much more subtle. But it is always there. Jochum brings out the humor and spontanaiety as well as any conductor making this set absolutely delightful. I have one complaint. For some strange reason, they included two recordings of Symphony No. 98. There had to be another Haydn symphony somewhere. I would love to have a Jochum recording of No. 86, if he recorded it. Nevertheless, this is a set that should be in your library if you love the classical era.

SO GREAT!!!.......2007-03-06

Cada vez me admira mas la versatilidad del director Eugen Jochum y este set de las sinfonias londinenses de Haydn lo corrobora; tiene toda la expresividad y musicalidad que estas sinfonias deben tener y la remasterizacion es muy buena. Lo recomiendo mucho.

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Haydn is unthinkable without Beecham

Haydn: Symphonies Nos. 93-98

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ASIN: B0001RVRG8
Release Date: 2004-08-10

Tracks:

I: Adagio - Allegro Assai
II: Largo Cantabile
III: Menuetto E Trio: Allegro
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III: Menuetto E Trio: Allegro Molto
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I: Allegro Moderato
II: Andante
III; Menuetto E Trio
IV: Finale: vivace

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II: Andante
III: Menuetto E Trio
IV: Finale: Vivace
I: Adagio - Vivace
II: Adagio, Ma Non Troppo
III: Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
IV: Finale: Presto Assai
I: Adagio - Allegro
II: Adagio Cantabile
III: Menuetto E Trio: Allegro
IV: Finale: Presto

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Haydn is unthinkable without Beecham.......2006-09-16

These recordings of the first six London symphonies were recorded in 1957, but even after fifty years they gleam with freshness. Just as Beethoven is unthinkable without Furtwangler, Verdi without Toscanini, and Mahler without Bernstein, Haydn is fused with the name of Beecham. He was near the end when these stereo renditions were made, and some have more vigor than others, but the symphonies remain light, buoyant, and witty. He simply had the magic touch when it came to Haydn's music. As to sonics, they are good enough, but loud passages can shriek a bit, and the Royal Phil. is at times scrappy compared to the best orchestras of today. But their playing is never bored, routine, or slick.

At present this composer is neglected. Unlike Mozart, Haydn's poised classicism doesn't feel deep enough to modern ears; he's never tragic or even conflicted. His music is charmng, balanced, self-assured, and incredibly inventive. That should be enough, but I can think of a host of major conductors who have recorded barely a handful of Haydn symphonies (Walter, Furtwangler, Abbado, Fricsay, Klemperer, etc.) The true devotees include, besides Beecham, Bernstein and Karajan, with Szell adding his good share, about eight symphonies. Bernstein's set of the Paris symphonies stands on a plane with Beechaam's London symphonies. Together, they are must-listens in this delightful music.

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Szell Is Masterful In The Haydn Symphonies
Hot Haydn

Haydn: Symphonies Nos. 92, 94 & 96

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Szell Is Masterful In The Haydn Symphonies.......2006-11-07

There simply is no excuse for not owning Szell's recordings of Haydn. Szell is in complete sympathy with the classicism of Haydn and Mozart, These performances are full of charm, grace, perfect sophistication and the absolute right sense of drama. The playing of the Cleveland Orchestra is exemplary as always, the sound is great too. Haydn fans, you can't be without these practically perfect records.

Hot Haydn.......2003-07-08

In the 1950s and 60s, CBS/Columbia (now Sony Classical) had the great fortune to have three of America's best orchestras and their conductors on its recording roster -- Leonard Bernstein and the New York Philharmonic, Eugene Ormandy and the Philadelphia Orchestra, and George Szell and the Cleveland Orchestra. Nearly a half-century later, sadly only Leonard Bernstein remains a name that even the non-classical music world knows well. But in the world of the compact disc, this is a wonderful thing, because while Leonard Bernstein analog stereo recordings sell at mid-price, classic performances by Ormandy and Szell are regulated to the budget line. Well, my friends there is justice because the vast majority of these "budget line" recordings are not only amazing, but some are still considered definitive more than 40 years later! George Szell and the Cleveland Orchestra's recordings of Haydn Symphonies Nos. 92, 94 & 96 are no exception. These prefromances may not be as enveloping and all-encompassing as say, Leonard Bernstein's, but they are nonetheless outstanding. The Szell versions instead are lean and mean; poignant, powerful and to the point; refreshingly crisp and direct. If that doesn't s(z)ell you on this recording, then the value should. Never did something of such high quality come at such a small price. Enjoy!

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Comparison - Jochum's Set vs. Colin Davis'
Haydn in very good hands!
Really Nice Performances
Well Played

Haydn: 6 "London" Symphonies
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Tracks:

Sym No.94 in G 'Surprise': I. Adagio - Vivace Assai
Sym No.94 in G 'Surprise': II. Andante
Sym No.94 in G 'Surprise': III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegro Molto
Sym No.94 in G 'Surprise': IV. Finale: Allegro Di Molto
Sym No.100 in G 'Military': I. Adagio - Allegro
Sym No.100 in G 'Military': II. Allegretto
Sym No.100 in G 'Military': III. Menuet E Trio: Moderato
Sym No.100 in G 'Military': IV: Finale: Presto
Sym No.101 in D 'Clock': I. Adagio - Presto
Sym No.101 in D 'Clock': II. Andante
Sym No.101 in D 'Clock': III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
Sym No.101 in D 'Clock': IV. Finale: Vivace

Tracks:

Sym No.96 in D 'Miracle': I. Adagio - Allegro
Sym No.96 in D 'Miracle': II. Andante
Sym No.96 in D 'Miracle': III. Menuetto E Trio: Allegretto
Sym No.96 in D 'Miracle': IV. Finale: Vivace
Sym No.103 in E flat 'Drum Roll': I. Adagio - Allegro Con Spirito
Sym No.103 in E flat 'Drum Roll': II. Andante, Piu Tosto Allegretto
Sym No.103 in E flat 'Drum Roll': III. Menuetto E Trio
Sym No.103 in E flat 'Drum Roll': IV. Finale: Allegro Con Spirito
Sym No.104 in D 'London': I. Adagio - Allegro
Sym No.104 in D 'London': II. Andante
Sym No.104 in D 'London': III. Menuet E Trio: Allegro
Sym No.104 in D 'London': IV. Finale: Spiritoso

Customer Reviews:

Comparison - Jochum's Set vs. Colin Davis'.......2006-02-23

Jochum and London Phil deliver the highest level of Haydn playing just like Colin Davis and Concertgebow do. I own both and tried to compare between two.

Jochum adds plenty of personal touches that decidedly grab your attention. You hear poignant romanticism or Beethoven-like roar in many places. Colin Davis, by comparison, lets the music flow naturally and makes it sound more balanced. In his set, you hear more of Concertgebow Orchestra than Colin Davis. I think it's the other way around in Jochum set. Concergebow's sound is more transparent and charmingly light-footed while London Phil sounds fuller and creamier without losing crispness. You get more agility and refinement from Davis set. You get more expressiveness and warmth from Jochum's.
Let me emphasize that all of the good qualities I attributed to either of the sets actually exist in both (they are inherently in Haydn's writing). It's just that some qualities are more apparent in one than the other.
As to the recording, Colin Davis set has more sparkle and vividness. It sounds more modern. Jochum's has a typical old-fashioned analogue sound in a very good way. It has plenty of natural ambience but doesn't sound muddy.
I recommend you buy both of these delightful and affordable sets. I never regretted doing so :-)

Haydn in very good hands!.......2006-02-20

By all accounts Haydn, has had an admirable legion of interpreters but just a few of remarkable ones.

If I had to pronounce myself for the most competent and eloquent directors, four names would have to be mentioned: Hermann Scerchen and his milestone recordings with Vienna Symphony during the Fifties, loaded of opulence and Imperial dignity; the legendary recordings of Tomas Beecham, the successful approach of Bernstein- New York and finally these invaluable treasured jewels with Davis and the distinguished and resonant sound of Concertgebouw. Ddavis is competent director who has been particularly fortunate with other Orchestras, such Boston (His Sibelius cycle is a must-have for most of serious collectors) or Bavarian Orchestra. Davis not only plays a superb Haydn, but besides, having deciphered the Haydn code through a zealous and rigorous analysis of the score produces admirable filigrees with these Symphonies.

Go for this set, without dilation.

Really Nice Performances.......2003-09-04

This 2 cd recording of Sir Colin Davis conducting Haydn's London symphonies are over all "really nice performances". And I'm an original instrument kind of guy. It's funny how so many people make far too much fuss over old conductors such as Beechum & Furtw?ngler. These conductors perform Haydn wonderfully but the recording sound quality is ridiculously poor... and good luck trying to acquire them, if you MUST. Some act as if nobody could ever conduct Haydn as well. I totally disagree. I have a recording of a nobody conductor by the name of Hickox conducting the Collegium Musicum 90 doing Haydn's symphonies 103,95 & 104. They are so well done. Just listen to symphony 103 in this recording. However, my favorite Haydn conductors are Hogwood & Br?ggen. One warning though, stay away from Dorati. He had no business conducting the great Haydn and to think of all the great reviews he's received. Puzzling...

Well Played.......2003-01-04

Haydn's London Symphonies are wonderful works. I always enjoy playing them because they are so clean and fresh. Sir Colin Davis conducts the fine Concertgebouw Orchestra of Amsterdam. This is a great combination. The orchestra plays tightly and crisply. I really enjoy this disc, especially Symphony No. 104.

Haydn: Symphonies Nos. 93-104, The London Symphonies

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Worth acquiring at any price.
Very enjoyable
Terrible recordings ruin decent performances.
The ones who know it best
A wonderful collection

Haydn: Symphonies Nos. 93-104, The London Symphonies

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Haydn: Symphonies 55-69 Volume Four
Haydn: Symphonies Nos. 40-54

ASIN: B0000064AU
Release Date: 1992-12-02

Tracks:

Sym. No. 93 in D major: Adagio - Allegro assai - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 93 in D major: Largo cantabile - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 93 in D major: Menuetto & Trio: Allegro - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 93 in D major: Finale: Presto ma non troppo - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 94 in G Major: Adagio - Vivace assai - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 94 in G Major: Andante - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 94 in G Major: Menuet & Trio: Allegro molto - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 94 in G Major: Finale: Allegro di molto - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 95 in C Major: Allegro moderato - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 95 in C Major: Andante - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 95 in C Major: Menuetto & Trio - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 95 in C Major: Final: Vivace - J. Haydn

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Sym. No. 96 in D major: Adagio - Allegro - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 96 in D major: Andante - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 96 in D major: Menuetto & Trio: Allegretto - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 96 in D major: Finale: Vivace (assai) - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 97 in C major: Adagio - Vivace - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 97 in C major: Adagio ma non troppo - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 97 in C major: Menuetto & Trio: Allegretto - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 97 in C major: Finale: Presto assai - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 98 in B-flat Major: Adagio - Allegro - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 98 in B-flat Major: Adagio - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 98 in B-flat Major: Menuet & Trio: Allegro - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 98 in B-flat Major: Finale: Presto - J. Haydn

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Symphony No. 99 in E-flat Major: Adagio - Vivace assai - J. Haydn
Symphony No. 99 in E-flat Major: Adagio - J. Haydn
Symphony No. 99 in E-flat Major: Menuet & Trio: Allegretto - J. Haydn
Symphony No. 99 in E-flat Major: Finale: Vivace - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 100 in G Major: Adagio - Allegro - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 100 in G Major: Allegretto - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 100 in G Major: Menuet & Trio: Moderato - J. Haydn
Sym. No. 100 in G Major: Finale: Presto - J. Haydn

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Sym No. 101 in D Major (Clock): Adagio --Presto - Joseph Haydn
Sym No. 101 in D Major (Clock): Andante - Joseph Haydn
Sym No. 101 in D Major (Clock): Menuet & Trio: Allegretto - Joseph Haydn
Sym No. 101 in D Major (Clock): Finale: Vivace - Joseph Haydn
Sym No. 102 in B-Flat Major (Miracle): Largo - Allegro vivace - Joseph Haydn
Sym No. 102 in B-Flat Major (Miracle): Adagio - Joseph Haydn
Sym No. 102 in B-Flat Major (Miracle): Menuetto & Trio: Allegro - Joseph Haydn
Sym No. 102 in B-Flat Major (Miracle): Finale: Presto - Joseph Haydn

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Sym No. 103 in E-Flat Major (Drumroll): Adagio - Allegro con spirito - Joseph Haydn
Sym No. 103 in E-Flat Major (Drumroll): Andante pito allegretto - Joseph Haydn
Sym No. 103 in E-Flat Major (Drumroll): Menuet & Trio - Joseph Haydn
Sym No. 103 in E-Flat Major (Drumroll): Finale: Allegro con spirito - Joseph Haydn
Sym No. 104 in D Major (London): Adagio - Allegro - Joseph Haydn
Sym No. 104 in D Major (London): Andante - Joseph Haydn
Sym No. 104 in D Major (London): Menuetto & Trio: Allegro - Joseph Haydn
Sym No. 104 in D Major (London): Finale: Spiritoso - Joseph Haydn

Customer Reviews:

Worth acquiring at any price........2007-02-23

Some say Haydn's ingenuity is even greater than that of Mozart's or Beethoven's. When listening to this brilliantly played set, I find myself becoming a convert of the belief. Haydn experimented with a variety of musical tools in these works. Surprising twists and turns are abundant. You will hear chamber serenade, harpsichord run, or violin solo in the most unexpected spots. Instruments are sometimes played in very unconventional ways resulting in exotic sounds - similar to what Berlioz and Mahler did later. Structure is toyed with in many symphonies, especially in the early ones.

In Austro-Hungrarian Orchestra, Adam Fischer finds an all-in chef's toolkit needed to cook these delightful ingredients. The woodwinds not only sing but also coo and meow. Strings melt your heart to a puddle with their exquisite pianissimo. Horns are expressive yet stylish. The whole orchestra knows how to knock themselves out when the music calls for it. The overall timbre is unlike any other orchestra I've ever heard, period or conventional. It's bright, edgy and folksy at the same time. It sounds like a virtuosic chamber ensemble rather than an orchestra except in the big symphonies. I believe the closest thing to their sound is Vienna Philharmonic playing Johann Strauss waltzes. Throw in a hint of gypsy flavor then it would be even closer.

Because this is a massive 33-CD set, there are inevitably a few imperfections. In a handful of spots the strings are not perfectly together. Adding to this, some of the violins have very distinctive tones which don't blend well with others when the music gets energetic. As to the engineering, some of the symphonies recorded early in the cycle are captured with too much reverberation, especially some London symphonies which sound soft-edged. But let me assure you the vast majority of the 100 plus symphonies have been recorded with crystal-clear brilliance.

One may find more sophisticated and smooth playing in some conventional performances (Colin Davis and Jochum) or crisper articulations in some period recordings (Bruggen and Pinnock). But Fischer and his hand-picked orchestra deliver more character and expressiveness than in any Haydn performances I've ever heard. Harnoncourt comes close but Fischer's set has more smiles. And his orchestra has the devilish ability to accommodate any mood Haydn's score throws at them - whether it's charm, wit, panache, or pathos. Their playing in slow movements is simply inimitable.

This set will be the source of joy for many Haydn lovers whether they are beginners just opening up the treasure chest or seasoned collectors with many other Haydn CDs. According to others' opinions, it compares favorably to Dorati's box, the only other complete set which I have not heard.

One final point - I wrote the review without the consideration of the price. In other words, this set is worth acquiring at any price.

Very enjoyable.......2002-03-23

I have enjoyed these discs quite a bit. The playing is fabulous, and the conducting is fine. Sometimes the engineering is a little muddy, but not near enough to destroy my pleasure.

For the ultimate London symphonies, I highly recommend Beecham on EMI. No one has matched his charm and wit with the drama. Fischer's recordings are great; Beecham is awesome!

Terrible recordings ruin decent performances........2001-12-11

Overmiked, overmixed recordings that sound very unnatural, wasting their authentic recording venue. Bass is boomy and muddy on some of them. The performances themselves are OK, but generally too slow and relaxed for my tastes. I would recommend the Colin Davis set on Philips instead. It contains warmly-recorded performances, none of which falls short of excellent, and it comes on only 4 discs, which comes out to about the same price as this Fischer set, and you only have to buy 2 at once.

The ones who know it best.......2000-05-16

I suppose it's a tad bit ethnocentric to assume that because Fischer and the Haydn Orchestra are Hungarian they'd be able to play Haydn better than anyone else, but in this case I feel it's true. Aside from having a high level of technical skill, the orchestra puts real verve and life into their performances. (You will never listen to another recording of the "Military" symphony again.) This is coupled with Fischer's flair for the dramatic; endings are rallentandoed appropriately, and each piece shines with the sense that it is being thoroughly interpreted, not just perfunctorily played through. A rather muffled-sounding recording of the "Clock" symphony and some blurriness in the first movement of the "Military" does not detract from the overall greatness of these interpretations. Ethnocentric or not, these players know what they're doing.

A wonderful collection.......2000-03-29

This is an excellent collection of Haydn symphonies. It is the highest numbered volume in an 8 volume set although it is not the last to be produced. Volumes 5 and 2 are forthcoming and will be available in October of 2000 and 2001 respectively. (I contacted the record label to find out...that's how much I enjoy this set) It is a full digital recording and has no discernable technical flaws. The performances are beautifully done. If you are looking for a complete collection of Haydn symphonies - this is one piece of the set I would recommend.

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Great Melodies Of The Classics

Manufacturer: Intersound Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Tracks:

Fanfare (Masterpiece Theater Theme)
Orchestral Suite No.3 in D Major, BWV 1068: Air For The G String
Canon In D Major
The Spring In E Major, Op.8, No.1: Allegro
The Spring In E Major, Op.8, No.1: Largo e pianissimo sempre
The Spring In E Major, Op.8, No.1: Allegro: Rustic Dance
Water Music Suite: Allegro
Water Music Suite: Air
Water Music Suite: Bouree - Handel_
Water Music Suite: Hornpipe - Handel_
Water Music Suite: Andante expressivo - Handel_
Water Music Suite: Hornpipe - Handel_
Brandenburg Concerto No.2 In F Major, BWV1047: (Allegro) - Bach
Brandenburg Concerto No.2 In F Major, BWV1047: Andante - Bach
Brandenburg Concerto No.2 In F Major, BWV1047: Allegro assai - Bach
Table Music Overture - Telemann
Toccata And Fugue In D Minor, BWV565 - Bach

Tracks:

Symphony No.5 In C Minor, Op.67: Allegro Con Brio
Eine kleine Nachtmusik, K.525: Allegro
Eine kleine Nachtmusik, K.525: Romanze: Andante
Eine kleine Nachtmusik, K.525: Menuetto: Allegretto
Eine kleine Nachtmusik, K.525: Rondo: Allegro
Symphony No.94 In G Major, Surprise: Adagio: Vivace Assai
Symphony No.94 In G Major, Surprise: Andante
Symphony No.94 In G Major, Surprise: Menuet: Allegro Molto
Symphony No.94 In G Major, Surprise: Finale: Allegro Di Molto
Symphony no.5 In B-Flat Major: Allegro Vivace - Schubert
Piano Concerto No.21 In C Major, K.467: Andante - Mozart
Beethoven: Allegro Ma Non Troppo - Beethoven

Tracks:

Light Cavalry Overture
Symphony No.5 in E minor, Op.64: Valse: Allegro moderato
William Tell: Overture
Bolero
Die Fledermaus (The Bat): Overture
A Midsummer Night's Dream Suite: Overture
A Midsummer Night's Dream Suite: Scherzo
A Midsummer Night's Dream Suite: Nocturne
A Midsummer Night's Dream Suite: Wedding March - Mendelssohn
A Midsummer Night's Dream Suite: Puck's Dance - Mendelssohn

Tracks:

The Valkyrie: Ride Of The Valkyries
Peer Gynt Suite No.1, Op.46: Dawn
Peer Gynt Suite No.1, Op.46: Death Of Ase
Peer Gynt Suite No.1, Op.46: Anitra's Dance
Peer Gynt Suite No.1, Op.46: In The Hall Of The Moutain King
Les Preludes
Orpheus In The Underworld: Overture
My Country: The Moldau
The Afternoon Of A Faun: Prelude
Carmen: The Toreadors
Carmen: Habanera
Carmen: March Of The Smugglers

Haydn: Symphonies Nos. 104 ("London") & 94 ("Surprise"); Acide e Galatea Overture

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Haydn Symphonies - Fey & HeidelbergSO: Spicey, Amazing
What a sound!

Haydn: Symphonies Nos. 104 ("London") & 94 ("Surprise"); Acide e Galatea Overture
Franz Joseph Haydn , Heidelberger Sinfoniker , and Thomas Fey
Manufacturer: Hanssler Classics
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Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00004UAJF
Release Date: 2000-06-27

Tracks:

Adagio - Allegro
Andante
Menuet. Allegro
Finale. Spiritoso
Adagio - Vivace assai
Andante
Menuet. Allegro Molto
Finale. Allegro Di Molto
Sinfonia (Overtura) - Allegro Molto
Andante Grazioso
Finale Presto

Customer Reviews:

Haydn Symphonies - Fey & HeidelbergSO: Spicey, Amazing.......2007-06-29

My recorded standards in Haydn to date have included the complete Fischer Austro-Hungarian cycle, now released total on Brilliant at a good price I believe, plus the older Dorati with the Philharmonia Hungarica, probably now drifting through used bins somewhere. Other supplemental recordings included Bernstein's NYP run of the later symphonies, and Paris cycle sets with Dutoit and von Karajan.

The band at hand in these discs - six or seven to date in a projected complete recorded set of all the Haydn symphonies - is a strange bird, indeed. The Heidelberg SO uses a mix of modern and period instruments, with the strings and woodwinds being modern, and the brass being period originals or rebuilds of authentic period instruments. Why Thomas Fey and friends came up with this mix is difficult to explain, exactly. On the surface, it seems like an odd idea that probably would not work, musically. Yet, against all early odds, Fey and company do make it all work, and brilliantly at that. Fey studied with some of the leading lights of the period instrument performance movement, including Harnoncourt, and the truth of my listening ears is that I would much prefer to hear him, so far, than I like to hear his world-class pioneer and mentor.

As it happens, this mix is just about perfect for Haydn. You get a punch from the period brass that seems obvious, once you have heard it. Beethoven got his sforzandos from somewhere, in this view. Haydn comes off like a pretty vital, cool character. Not missing touches of gallantry and elegance, particularly in the loving care that is paid by these players to slower movements and lightening textures - a touch of very sweet, then. But on the whole, their approach stays so alive and vital that few will get sleepy, even listening closely to Papa Haydn. Tempos are reliably fast, but not rushed to blur the articulation of phrases and chords so important to the harmonic story being told by the composer. Against all odds, the strings, woodwinds, and period brass have a blend - spicy and piquant - all their own. One suspects that Fey and friends relied on their own ears, more than on abstract notions, as they molded their performance strategy.

The sound is regular 16-bit CD in stereo - but very good for all that. And do check out similarly Wow performances of Beethoven - an interrupted complete cycle in progress? - and Mozart. The real deal for music first, and period performance invention, second. Very Highly Recommended.

What a sound!.......2002-09-30

This was the first purchase of this label for me and I hope not the last. A very exhilarating performance AND sound. It rivals Telarc's approach to recording, which I love.

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Magical

Haydn: Symphonies Nos. 94, 96 & 97

Manufacturer: Decca
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000FIHMGC
Release Date: 2006-05-08

Tracks:

Symphony No.94 In G Major 'Surprise'
Symphony No.96 In D Major 'The Miracle'
Symphony No.97 In C Major

Album Details

One of the World's Most Benevolent Conductors who Cajoled Out of his Orchestras Some of the Most Luminous Sounds Ever to Be Heard in Concert and on Record. He Recorded Extensively with the Concertgebouw for Philips and Earlier, for Decca. Three Haydn Symphonies were Recorded for Decca in 1951, 1952 and 1953 and They have Been Among the Most Requested Orchestral Reissues. Pirate Versions have Appeared but this is the First Official Decca Release on CD - and is Something to Be Savoured.

Customer Reviews:

Magical.......2007-07-15

Think of this: if you can make Ravel's "Bolero" sound special, you know you are listening to a magical conductor. Eduard van Beinum might not be in the laymen's minds the same way Stokowski or Toscanini were, but whatever he did, he made it sound right. And having the Amsterdam Concertgebouw Orchestra in front certainly helped the proceedings.
These Haydn performances are just about perfect. Elegant, lovingly phrased, never boring. Even Philips recorded him superbly (surely helped by the Concertgebouw's outstanding acoustics). You forget these are in MONO.
Sadly, Maestro van Beinum died relatively young for a conductor; one of those "what if...." that makes us, collectors, sigh.

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