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| Disc: 1 | |||
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| 1. 1. Adagio - Allegro assai | |||
| 2. 2. Largo cantabile | |||
| 3. 3. Menuetto (Allegro) | |||
| 4. 4. Finale (Presto ma non troppo) | |||
| 5. 1. Adagio - vivace assai | |||
| 6. 2. Adagio | |||
| 7. 3. Menuetto (Allegretto) | |||
| 8. 4. Finale (Vivace) | |||
| 9. 1. Adagio - Allegro | |||
| 10. 2. Allegretto | |||
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| Disc: 2 | |||
| 1. 1. Adagio - Vivace assai | |||
| 2. 2. Andante | |||
| 3. 3. Menuet (Allegro molto) | |||
| 4. 4. Finale (Allegro di molto) | |||
| 5. 1. Adagio - Vivace | |||
| 6. 2. Adagio ma non troppo | |||
| 7. 3. Menuetto (Allegretto) | |||
| 8. 4. Finale (Presto assai) | |||
| 9. 1. Adagio - Presto | |||
| 10. 2. Andante | |||
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Amazon.co.uk Review
This is the second volume of Colin Davis's indispensable collection of Haydn's "London" symphonies. Some of the composer's best-known music is here: on this volume, the not-so-subtle humour of the Surprise (No. 94) and the regal pomp of the Military (No. 100). Elsewhere, the elegant No. 97 is less well-known but no less enjoyable. Davis's performances are large-scale but never inflate the music, and the great Dutch orchestra sounds as though it enjoyed working through the series. This and the accompanying--and equally indispensable--Volume 1 make an ideal way to explore a highpoint of the symphonic repertoire. --Richard Whitehouse
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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Elegant, sparkling modern orchestra performances with vitality and great refinement. These are perfect performances in every respect. I can't think how these symphonies could be performed better. Gramophone said of these performances "Quite marvellous playing... no trace of routine.... infectious zip and poise. Invest in this set it will yield enormous rewards for years to come". I couldn't agree more. Magnificent performances, makes you want more of them.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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At last I've bought this set of these wonderful pieces in Cd format. I bought the Lps when they first appeared and loved them. I decided that when I came to buy these Symphonies on Cd I would look for an alternative version. Well I've tried for several years, listening to new versions as they appeared, all having somthing to offer, most splendidly recorded and guess what? I've bought the Colin Davis recordings again. Why? Simple, these recordings give me the character of the music whilst retaining the structure of the writing. Davis has a way of handing you the piece on a plate, so, if you want to hear what Haydn has to say this is the set for you. Other conductors will give a different view but Davis is the most wonderful starting point to create a lifetime of joy from these symphonies.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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The CD contains six of the London Symphonies, including the "Surprise", the "Clock" and the "Military", along with nos.93,97 and 99. Sir Colin takes a very measured approach, you might say taking no chances with tempi or interpretation. They are most beautiful performances and would be a great asset to any CD library. The nicknamed symphonies are all well known, but my favourite on this 2CD set is No.99 in E flat. Haydn,it seems to me, is always looking to give you a little bit of the unexpected and his humour and warm-heartedness shine through in these performances. Very good value and recommended listening.
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