Landor Records: LAN282Haydn - Symphonies & Divertimenti |
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Among the repertoire on the disc are two of Haydn’s greatest symphonies: the heart-rending Symphony no.49
‘La Passione’, one of the finest examples of Haydn’s Sturm und Drang period, and no.22 ‘The Philosopher’, often
thought to be named after the piece's use of a tick-tock effect evoking the image of a philosopher deep in
thought while time passes. “Based in Devon, this new orchestra, drawn from former European Union Chamber Orchestra members, display a tight, light sound that serves most of this Haydn programme well. The finale to Symphony No 49, La Passione, needs more passion and drive; but there’s enough joy elsewhere, in the Philosopher symphony (No 22), and two divertimenti. Strings are incisive, sometimes slashing like scythes, and woodwinds very clean.” The Times, 23rd May 2008 *** “There is a distinct lack of routine in all these performances, the small band of musicians acquitting themselves very creditably indeed.” Gramophone Magazine, July 2008 | 
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