Franz Joseph Haydn: Paris Symphonies

1. Symphony No. 82 in C major ("The Bear"), H. 1/82
Composed by Franz Joseph Haydn
Performed by Menuhin Festival Orchestra Conducted by Sir Yehudi Menuhin

2. Symphony No. 83 in G minor ("The Hen"), H. 1/83
Composed by Franz Joseph Haydn
Performed by Menuhin Festival Orchestra Conducted by Sir Yehudi Menuhin

3. Symphony No. 84 in E flat major ("In Nomine Domini"), H. 1/84
Composed by Franz Joseph Haydn
Performed by Menuhin Festival Orchestra Conducted by Sir Yehudi Menuhin

4. Symphony No. 85 in B flat major ("La Reine"), H. 1/85
Composed by Franz Joseph Haydn
Performed by Menuhin Festival Orchestra Conducted by Sir Yehudi Menuhin

5. Symphony No. 86 in D major, H. 1/86
Composed by Franz Joseph Haydn
Performed by Menuhin Festival Orchestra Conducted by Sir Yehudi Menuhin

6. Symphony No. 87 in A major, H. 1/87
Composed by Franz Joseph Haydn
Performed by Menuhin Festival Orchestra Conducted by Sir Yehudi Menuhin

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Average customer rating: Overview of the Paris symphonies No Need to Look Further! Thank heaven ... Cleansing the Palate A gorgeous new set!!!!

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Tracks:

1. Sym No.82 in C 'L'Ours': I. Vivace Assai
2. Sym No.82 in C 'L'Ours': II. Allegretto
3. Sym No.82 in C 'L'Ours': III. Menuet - Trio
4. Sym No.82 in C 'L'Ours': IV. Finale: Vivace
5. Sym No.83 in g 'La Poule': I. Allegro Spiritoso
6. Sym No.83 in g 'La Poule': II. Andante
7. Sym No.83 in g 'La Poule': III. Menuet: Allegretto - Trio
8. Sym No.83 in g 'La Poule': IV. Finale: Vivace
9. Sym No.84 in E flat: I. Largo - Allegro
10. Sym No.84 in E flat: II. Andante
11. Sym No.84 in E flat: III. Menuet: Allegretto - Trio
12. Sym No.84 in E flat: IV. Finale: Vivace

Tracks:

1. Sym No.85 in B flat 'La Reine': I. Adagio - Vivace
2. Sym No.85 in B flat 'La Reine': II. Romance: Allegretto
3. Sym No.85 in B flat 'La Reine': III. Menuet: Allegretto - Trio
4. Sym No.85 in B flat 'La Reine': IV. Finale: Presto
5. Sym No.86 in D: I. Adagio - Allegro Spiritoso
6. Sym No.86 in D: II. Capriccio: Largo
7. Sym No.86 in D: III. Menuet: Allegretto - Trio
8. Sym No.86 in D: IV. Finale: Allegro Con Spirito
9. Sym No.87 in A: I. Vivace
10. Sym No.87 in A: II. Adagio
11. Sym No.87 in A: III. Menuet - Trio
12. Sym No.87 in A: IV. Finale: Vivace

Customer Reviews:

Overview of the Paris symphonies.......2007-06-27

Franz Joseph Haydn could be called the father of the symphony. He composed 108 of them in his lifetime. The latter symphonies fall into two groups, the London and Paris symphonies, and refer to where he was residing in when he composed them. This 2-disc set contains all the Paris symphonies, are they are typical of works from this era of classical music; beautifully orchestrated with minimal evocative effects or emotional gusto. The sound quality is great though, along with the recording. For fans of classical music, this is a good buy for under $10.

No Need to Look Further!.......2007-03-17

There are commendable period instrument sets of the 'Paris' symphonies available - Bruggen(Phillips) with the Orchestra of the 18th Century who has the most romantic view of the works, Roy Goodman(individual discs from his complete set on the budget Hyperion Helios)with the Hannover Band and Kurt Weil. Kuijken's, without doubt, is the one to have. Superb sound, plenty of panache and drama. He has spent many years as a Hadyn interpretor and this is in evidence throughout all 6 symphonies. Smart tempos and clean cut phrasing is effectively coupled with poignant delicacy in the slow movements. The hapsicord is never obtrusive and all departments of his fine orchestra excell themselves.
The symphonies, written in 1785-6 for the renowned Concert del la Loge Olympique, are a triumph of the classical symphony. So are these performances!

Thank heaven ..........2007-01-01

My daughter purchased this for my birthday last year. Knowing that I admire Haydn, she searched Amazon and took confidence in the all positive reviews. Well, I thank my daughter and the other reviewers -- this is truly a collection to own.

Cleansing the Palate.......2006-10-16

Haydn's symphonies are refreshingly clean, natural, unpretentious and in general a welcome palate cleanser for the concertgoer despite the preference for the dramatic or the grand or the edgy contemporary fare. Such is certainly the case for the so-called Paris symphonies (Nos. 82 - 87), models of elegance and refinement.

Case in point: at a recent concert with Esa-Pekka Salonen and the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the opening work was the Haydn Symphony No 82 - at first a seemingly odd choice for a program that was to include the local premiere of a commissioned Viola Concerto by Brett Dean and a celebration of Mussorgsky's 'Pictures at an Exhibition'. But hearing Haydn in this context provided that reminder that Papa Haydn started it all!

This CD with Sigiswald Kuijken conducting the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment traverses all of the Paris symphonies with aplomb. The quality of interpretation is immaculate, the sound of the recording is superb, and in general this is one of the finest 'sets' of these symphonies available today. It is an utter joy to listen to all of the works in one sitting, or to place them as aperitifs through the listening day. Highly recommended. Grady Harp, October 06

A gorgeous new set!!!!.......2005-01-30

A beautiful set at a cheap price of Haydn's Paris Symphonies! Symphonies 84 and 87 particularly sparkle and the comic effects are fully exploited in 82 (The Bear) and 83 (The Hen). I compared this set to the Karajan and legendary Bernstein. This new set is fresh and lively, also because of period instruments. Bravo!!!

Average customer rating: Lively, Fresh Performances of these Great Haydn Symphonies Exploring the Haydn Symphonies -- the Paris Symphonies An absolute must-have. Haydn at his very best Lovely music, but that's not all you hear . . .

Haydn: The Paris Symphonies Nos. 82-87 Manufacturer: Philips ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Franz Joseph Haydn | Haydn, Franz Joseph | ( H ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Classical | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Academy of St. Martin in the Fields | ( A ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Similar Items: Haydn: The London Symphonies, Vol. 1 Haydn: The London Symphonies, Vol. 2 Haydn: The 12 "London" Symphonies Haydn: Symphonies Nos. 88 - 92 Mozart: The Complete Piano Trios ASIN: B00000417K Release Date: 1994-01-18

Tracks:

1. Symphony No. 82 In C (The Bear): 1. Vivace assi - J. Haydn
2. Symphony No. 82 In C (The Bear): 2. Allegretto - J. Haydn
3. Symphony No. 82 In C (The Bear): 3. Menuet - J. Haydn
4. Symphony No. 82 In C (The Bear): 4. Finale (Vivace) - J. Haydn
5. Symphony No. 83 In G Minor (The Hen): 1. Allegro spirtoso - J. Haydn
6. Symphony No. 83 In G Minor (The Hen): 2. Andante - J. Haydn
7. Symphony No. 83 In G Minor (The Hen): 3. Menuet (Allegretto) - J. Haydn
8. Symphony No. 83 In G Minor (The Hen): 4. Finale (Vivace) - J. Haydn
9. Symphony No. 84 In E Flat: 1. Largo - Allegro - J. Haydn
10. Symphony No. 84 In E Flat: 2. Andante - J. Haydn
11. Symphony No. 84 In E Flat: 3. Menuet (Allegro) - J. Haydn
12. Symphony No. 84 In E Flat: 4. Finale (vivace) - J. Haydn

Tracks:

1. Symphony No. 85 In B Flat (The Queen): 1. Adagio vivace - Joseph Haydn
2. Symphony No. 85 In B Flat (The Queen): 2. Romance (allegretto) - Joseph Haydn
3. Symphony No. 85 In B Flat (The Queen): 3. Menuet (allegretto) - Joseph Haydn
4. Symphony No. 85 In B Flat (The Queen): 4. Finale (presto) - Joseph Haydn
5. Symphony No. 86 In D: 1. Adagio - Allegro spiritoso - Joseph Haydn
6. Symphony No. 86 In D: 2. Capriccio (largo) - Joseph Haydn
7. Symphony No. 86 In D: 3. Menuet (allegretto) - Joseph Haydn
8. Symphony No. 86 In D: 4. Finale (allegro con spirito) - Joseph Haydn
9. Symphony No. 87 In A: 1. Vivace - Joseph Haydn
10. Symphony No. 87 In A: 2. Adagio - Joseph Haydn
11. Symphony No. 87 In A: 3. Menuet - Joseph Haydn
12. Symphony No. 87 In A: 4. Finale (vivace) - Joseph Haydn

Customer Reviews:

Lively, Fresh Performances of these Great Haydn Symphonies.......2006-09-12

I am quickly coming to the realization that Haydn is one of the most overlooked composers in the history of Western music. His music is complex, lively, nuanced, always imaginative, and very humane. These performances of his "Paris" symphonies are wonderful; they are lively, fresh, warm and animated. They were recorded well and the Academy of St. Martins in the Fields does an excellent job of capturing the dynamic beauty of these symphonies. The orchestra sounds rich and deep, but not with a heavy and overbearing feel. The loud parts are not "harsh," and the quiet parts are not too quite so that you have to turn up the volume to hear it. I listen to these CD's frequently and I highly recommend them.

Exploring the Haydn Symphonies -- the Paris Symphonies.......2005-03-11

Haydn's set of six "Paris" Symphonies, no. 82 --87, composed in 1785 -- 1786 represent a turning point in his career. Up to that time, Haydn had composed for the Esterhazy family. He was employed in the magnificent Esterhazy palace as the court composer. But his works had been circulated widely throughout Europe, and he enjoyed a great reputation as a composer. Thus, in 1784 the board of directors of the Concerts de la Loge Olympique, Paris, asked Haydn for six symphonies. This set is the result.

The Paris symphonies are larger more complex works than Haydn's earlier symphonies for the Esterhazy court. They use a variety of forms, explore many moods, make extensive use of winds and brass, and display a self-confidence and self-mastery that remain a revelation to hear. Yet, Haydn developed slowly and carefully as a composer. It is inspiring to remember how these symphonies were the outgrowth of Haydn's long years of development of the symphonic form.

I have been listening to many of Haydn's earlier symphonies on Naxos, but turned to this set on Phillips by the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields conducted by Sir Neville Marriner for the Paris symphonies. This is an outstanding compiliation, radiant, lively, and full of attention to detail. There are competitors to this CD, including low-priced disks, but you will not go wrong with this set.

Of the six Paris symphonies, three have nicknames, for better or for worse: the "Bear" no. 82, the "Hen" no. 83, and the "Queen" no. 85. The symphony no. 82 is a festive, joyful work with a great deal of brass, flute, bassoon and tympani enlivening the opening movement. The second movement is a set of variations, while the third movement is a stately minuet with a whimsical trio. The dancing "bear" appears in the finale in a drone in the lower strings.

The g-minor symphony, no.83, the only one of the set in a minor key, opens in a severe, serious manner its nickname of "hen" notwithstanding. The nickname derives from a theme in the oboe in the first movement. The slow movement is mostly serene and peaceful but takes a dramatic turn in the middle while the minuet is flowing and graceful. The finale is in the major key, and is lively and humorous in the style of a round.

The symphony no. 85, "La Reine" in B-flat major probably remains my favorite of this set. It opens with a slow introduction followed by a lively, graceful theme. Note how Haydn uses a rising scale figure both in the introduction and in the body of the movement. The second theme of the opening movement is based on the first movement of Haydn's earlier "Farewell" symphony. The second movement of "La Reine" is a theme and variations on a French folk song, while the third is a minuet, both graceful and regal. The finale, is a rapid triumphant vivace.

The symphony no 84 in E-flat also has a solemn slow introduction, featuring the horn followed by a quick light opening movement. The slow movement is based on simple variations of a sinuous theme stated in the lower strings. The third movement is a stately minuet which flows seamlessly into the trio, while the finale, vivace, brings the work to a galant close.

The symphony no. 86 in D is, together with "La Reine" the masterwork of the set. Haydn's sketches of this work survive and show the effort he put into the seemingly smooth surface of this symphony. The work begins with a lengthy slow introduction followed by a brisk allegro and a lyrical second theme. Haydn makes extensive use of winds in the symphony. The second movement bears the unusual marking "cappricio." It is in free-form and is serious in character. The minuet is rather uptempo with a trio that features a solo for the bassoon and is like a little dance. The Haydn scholar Karl Geringer has described the finale of this work as an "Italian opera buffa". "A musical comedy" he writes "with its flirtatous girl, its miserly old bachelor, and hilarious disguises seems to come to life in this amusing piece." (Geringer, "Haydn" at 300)

The final work of the set is the symphony no. 87 in A. The opening movement is in a galant, busy style. The lovely second movement features solo passages for flute, bassoon, and oboe. The stately minuet again features the use of winds in the trio while the finale begins quietly and works up to a big close.

These symphonies are great works of music and exemplify Haydn's hard-won maturity and success as a composer. Both the listener new to classical music and the lifelong music lover will treasure these performances.

An absolute must-have........2002-03-04

These six symphonies, collectively called "Paris", are actually the first six which Haydn wrote to be played at the d'Olympique, with 88 - 92 following. (No. 92, "Oxford", is stylistically more often associated with the first "London" set, but was actually written for Paris.) I've owned this recording for about three years and it is one to which I often turn. The sound quality is remarkable for an analog recording, the tempi feel "just right", and the playing is superb. The Symphony no. 85 is particularly good here, with its powerful introduction and first movement, recalling the French Overture style, but with a difference (isn't that always the case with Haydn?): Here, Haydn injects the theme from his "Farewell" Symphony as a lead-in to his second subject set and to great effect! (Ironically, this was the favorite symphony of Marie Antoinette, someone to whom history would soon be bidding farewell...did Haydn know something?) Marriner makes the most of this and many other delicious moments in all these works. The wind playing is subtle, yet beautiful during solo sections and there is plenty of sound coming from the cello/bass/bassoon sections (which is often overlooked and underplayed in recordings of music prior to Beethoven). Overall, I prefer the sound and interpretation of this recording (and other Marriner/St. Martin recordings) to many of the heavy, ponderous recordings by modern symphony orchestras and to all of the shrill, glassy, deliberately thin-sounding recordings with "unmusical-because-we-know-better" interpretations made by period instrument groups.
I highly recommend this recording to anyone who enjoys music of this period and especially to those who love the beautiful, witty, and soulful Franz Joseph Haydn.

Haydn at his very best.......2001-12-14

I have been a big Haydn "fan" for many years. Calling the music "beautiful" would be a gross understatement. I was particularly impresed by the less famous symphonies 84,86 and 87. When you write 104 symphonies, some might think the individual value of one symphony tends to decrease and some repetitions might occur. This is not the case with Haydn. Each piece has its own distinctive uniqueness. Every single piece on this CD (and by Haydn in general) is a masterpiece.
These 2 CDs are possibly some of the best Haydn recordings ever made. Sir Neville Mariner is doing a fabulous job and the orchestra is respnding superbly.
Technically - although the original recording is analog (and yes, there is some audible noise from the analog tape), the studio guys managed to keep the noise at an acceptable low level without inducing that boombox-like sound of over-processed tracks.
Overall, a must have for Haydn fans. Definitely 5 stars.

Lovely music, but that's not all you hear . . ........2000-11-02

These are beautiful and uplifting pieces. The sound is wonderful, but on the third track of the first CD (Symphony 82, Menuet), one can hear someone audibly keeping time ("and five" or something like that). Aside from this, a good buy.

Average customer rating: You cannot go wrong with Dorati Haydn and Dorati - A Legendary Combination

Joseph Haydn: The "Paris" Symphonies Franz Joseph Haydn , Antal Dorati , and Philharmonia Hungarica Manufacturer: Decca ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Franz Joseph Haydn | Haydn, Franz Joseph | ( H ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Classical | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music The Decca Records Store | Specialty Stores | Music Similar Items: Haydn: The London Symphonies, Vol. 2 Brahms: Symphony no. 1; Song of the Fates Haydn: The London Symphonies, Vol. 1 Bartók: Concerto for Orchestra; Music for Strings, Percussion and Celesta; Hungarian Sketches Mozart: The Six String Quintets ASIN: B000004280 Release Date: 1996-04-09

Tracks:

1. Synphony 82 in C major 'L'Ours: 1 Vivace assai
2. Synphony 82 in C major 'L'Ours: 2 Allegretto
3. Synphony 82 in C major 'L'Ours: 3 Menuetto e Trio
4. Synphony 82 in C major 'L'Ours: 4 Finale: Vivace
5. Symphony 83 in G minor 'La Poule': 1 Allegro spiritoso
6. Symphony 83 in G minor 'La Poule': 2 Andante
7. Symphony 83 in G minor 'La Poule': 3 Menuetto e Trio: Allegretto
8. Symphony 83 in G minor 'La Poule': 4 Finale: Vivace
9. Symphony 84 in E flat major: 1 Largo - Allegro
10. Symphony 84 in E flat major: 2 Andante
11. Symphony 84 in E flat major: 3 Menuet e Trio: Allegretto
12. Symphony 84 in E flat major: 4 Finale: Vivace

Tracks:

1. Symphony 85 in B flat major: 1 Adagio - Vivace
2. Symphony 85 in B flat major: 2 Romance: Allegretto
3. Symphony 85 in B flat major: 3 Menuetto e Trio: Allegretto
4. Symphony 85 in B flat major: 4 Finale: Presto
5. Symphony 86 in D major 'La Reine': 1 Adagio - Allegro spiritoso
6. Symphony 86 in D major 'La Reine': 2 Capriccio: Largo
7. Symphony 86 in D major 'La Reine': 3 Menuet e Trio: Allegretto
8. Symphony 86 in D major 'La Reine': 4 Finale: Allegro con spirito
9. Symphony 87 In A Major: 1 Vivace
10. Symphony 87 In A Major: 2 Adagio
11. Symphony 87 In A Major: 3 Menuet e Trio
12. Symphony 87 In A Major: 4 Finale: Vicace

Customer Reviews:

You cannot go wrong with Dorati.......2004-12-23

Antal Dorati's legendary traversal of the Haydn symphonies was for many years the only complete set (by one conductor and orchestra) of the symphonies. Today, although there are some other complete sets as well as many great period performances, Dorati's cycle still reigns supreme. Dorati manages to make these works still sound fresh and vibrate after two hundred years. There is a level of spontaneity, as well as an ever obvious sense of joy that make the Dorati traversal the best. It may seem like hyperbole, but Dorati is as close as you will get to "perfect" when it comes to Haydn.

In this CD, the popular "Paris" symphonies are glowing showcased. Although these performances were recorded in the 70s, the sound is crystal clear. I strongly suggest buying this CD not only for the fantastic music but also for the chance to become acquainted with Dorati. Soon you will find yourself purchasing the complete 33 disc set.

Haydn and Dorati - A Legendary Combination.......2003-07-03

One of the great feats in all recorded music is Antal Dorati's complete set of Haydn's Symphonies with the Philharmonia Hungarica made during the 1970s, and currently available as a 33-CD set. But if you are like me and can't quite bring yourself to spend that kind of money on a box set (one of these days though!), why not settle on this Double Decker title in the meantime. This two-for-the-price-of-one CD set, along with the Penguin Classics disc with three of the London Symphonies (see my review), are the only Haydn-Dorati Symphony performances currently available domestically. And if you could care less about Dorati and the legendary value of these recordings, and are just looking for a good Haydn CD, then this is for you too. The "Paris Symphonies" are among the most famous of all 104 numbered Haydn Symphonies, and these particular performances are equal to others I own by Bernstein, Ansermet and Karajan among others. In all, this is a great title to buy, or at the very least, to keep a space warm for that box set!

Average customer rating: Brash and Loud Move Over, Lenny!

Haydn: The Paris Symphonies Nos. 82-87 Manufacturer: RCA ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Franz Joseph Haydn | Haydn, Franz Joseph | ( H ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Classical | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Harnoncourt, Nikolaus | ( H ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Classical Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Similar Items: Haydn: The Seasons Bach Cantatas, Vol. 1: City of London Beethoven: The Late String Quartets Bach Cantatas, Vol. 10: Potsdam/Wittenberg Bach: Brandenburg Concertos ASIN: B0007OP69E Release Date: 2005-04-05

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Haydn's large-scale "Paris" Symphonies have had many fine performances on CD, both singly and in sets, including Leonard Bernstein's vigorous version for Sony. But Harnoncourt's is as good as any and better, far better, than virtually all the competition. His interpretations dance with energy and pointed rhythms, teem with details often left unheard elsewhere, and display tempos that always seem inevitable and right. He exploits Haydn's humor to great effect in the finale of the "Poule" Symphony (No. 83) and brings out the ingenuity and variety of Haydn's fertile imagination. Harnoncourt also observes all repeats, which add to the stature of the works by expanding their size, scope, and grandeur. Not least among the set's many attractions is the playing of the Concentus Musicus Wien, worlds away from their raw-sounding early explorations of the Baroque. Here, their polished playing is full of marvelous wind solos, brilliant brass, and cutting horns to go with the fine strings. Haydn would have loved this set! --Dan Davis

Customer Reviews:

Brash and Loud.......2005-10-31

This set has received many glowing reviews. Here is the other side, from someone who likes many, but not nearly all, HIP (historically informed performance) approaches to music. I found this set too loud, too brash, and utterly lacking in charm, grace, subtlety, and beauty of tone. Yes, Haydn has often been over-refined in other performances, robbing the music of Haydn's joyous wit and interesting textures. However, to my ears, this set goes way overboard in the other direction. I could recommend this only to those who are firmly in the HIP camp and who value excitement and verve above all else and who therefore don't think Haydn should be at all subtle, dry, or easy on the ears.

Move Over, Lenny!.......2005-07-28

This is an extraordinary set of "Paris" symphonies by Haydn performed by Nick Harnoncourt and his Concentus Musicus Wein. The only recordng in my collection up until this point was the old NYPO with Lenny. It is comprised of three CDs with two symphonies on each. Why? Nick honors ALL the repeats. The result is more than three hours of music. But Nick manages to make it interesting. None of the performances feel long-drawn-out. And I heard things I never heard before, so for me there was a new sense of discovery. I took a gamble in getting this set because Nick can be an erratic interpreter when it comes to Haydn or Mozart. But this set is a homerun. Concentus Musicus Wein plays with polish, clarity and precision. The woodwinds are especially luscious.

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Haydn: Symphonies Nos. 82-87, the Paris Symphonies Manufacturer: Nimbus Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Franz Joseph Haydn | Haydn, Franz Joseph | ( H ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Classical | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Similar Items: Haydn: Symphonies Nos. 88 - 92 / Sinfonia Concertante Haydn: Symphonies Nos. 93-104, The London Symphonies Haydn: Symphonies Nos. 70 - 81 Haydn: Symphonies 55-69 Volume Four Haydn: Symphonies Nos. 40-54 ASIN: B0000037FO Release Date: 1994-12-06

Tracks:

1. Sym No.82 in C, The Bear: I. Vivace Assai
2. Sym No.82 in C, The Bear: II. Allegretto
3. Sym No.82 in C, The Bear: III. Menuet & Trio
4. Sym No.82 in C, The Bear: IV. Finale, Vivace
5. Sym No.83 in g, The Hen: I. Allegro Spiritoso
6. Sym No.83 in g, The Hen: II. Andante
7. Sym No.83 in g, The Hen: III. Menuet & Trio: Allegretto
8. Sym No.83 in g, The Hen: IV. Finale: Vivace
9. Sym No.84 in E flat: I. Largo-Allegro
10. Sym No.84 in E flat: Andante
11. Sym No.84 in E flat: Menuet & Trio: Allegretto
12. Sym No.84 in E flat: Finale: Vivace

Tracks:

1. Sym No.85 in B flat, The Queen Of France: I. Adagio-Vivace
2. Sym No.85 in B flat, The Queen Of France: II. Romance: Allegretto.
3. Sym No.85 in B flat, The Queen Of France: III. Menuetto & Trio: Allegretto
4. Sym No.85 in B flat, The Queen Of France: IV. Finale: Presto
5. Sym No.86 in D: I. Adgaio-Allegro Spiritoso
6. Sym No.86 in D: II. Capriccio: Largo
7. Sym No.86 in D: III. Menuet & Trio: Allegretto
8. Sym No.86 in D: IV. Finale: Allegro Con Spirito
9. Sym No.87 in A: I. Vivace
10. Sym No.87 in A: II. Adagio
11. Sym No.87 in A: III. Menuet & Trio
12. Sym No.87 in A: Finale: Vivace

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Haydn:The Paris Symphonies, Nos. 82 - 87 Franz Joseph Haydn , Frans Brueggen , Orchestra of the Eighteenth Century , and Frans Bruggen Manufacturer: Philips ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Franz Joseph Haydn | Haydn, Franz Joseph | ( H ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Classical | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music ASIN: B000026CEL Release Date: 2000-01-11

Tracks:

1. Symphony In C, Hob. I:82 'The Bear': 1. Vivace assai
2. Symphony In C, Hob. I:82 'The Bear': 2. Allegretto
3. Symphony In C, Hob. I:82 'The Bear': 3. Menuet
4. Symphony In C, Hob. I:82 'The Bear': 4. Finale, Vivace
5. Symphony In G minor, Hob. I:83 'The Hen': 1. Allegro spiritoso
6. Symphony In G minor, Hob. I:83 'The Hen': 2. Andante
7. Symphony In G minor, Hob. I:83 'The Hen': 3. Menuet. Allegretto
8. Symphony In G minor, Hob. I:83 'The Hen': 4. Finale. Vivace
9. Symphony In E flat, Hob. I:84: 1. Largo - Allegro
10. Symphony In E flat, Hob. I:84: 2. Andante
11. Symphony In E flat, Hob. I:84: 3. Menuet. Allegro
12. Symphony In E flat, Hob. I:84: 4. Finale. Vivace

Tracks:

1. Symphony in B flat, Hob. I:85 'The Queen': 1. Adagio - Vivace
2. Symphony in B flat, Hob. I:85 'The Queen': 2. Romance. Allegretto
3. Symphony in B flat, Hob. I:85 'The Queen': 3. Menuetto. Allegretto
4. Symphony in B flat, Hob. I:85 'The Queen': 4. Finale. Presto
5. Symphony in D, Hob. I:86: 1. Adagio - Allegro spiritoso
6. Symphony in D, Hob. I:86: 2. Capriccio. Largo
7. Symphony in D, Hob. I:86: 3. Menuet. Allegetto
8. Symphony in D, Hob. I:86: 4. Finale. Allegro con spirito
9. Symphony in A, Hob. I:87: 1. Vivace
10. Symphony in A, Hob. I:87: 2. Adagio
11. Symphony in A, Hob. I:87: 3. Menuet
12. Symphony in A, Hob. I:87: 4. Finale. Vivace

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Spending nearly two and a half hours in Haydn's company, as this set permits, is a great pleasure. And these symphonies offer the unbeatable combination of first-rate Haydn that isn't overfamiliar, as these Paris Symphonies aren't played as often as the later ones. Brüggen's conceptions of the music are light and lively, and the orchestra plays with great transparency, precision, and springy rhythms. Remembering that Haydn delighted in the size of the orchestra he had in Paris, we may find these performances a bit too light. The similar Goodman-Hanover Band recordings on Hyperion, which cost more, have more weight and equally fine musicianship. And don't ever forget Leonard Bernstein's magnificent performances of these or any Haydn Symphonies; he was at his considerable best in this music. Still, even if it doesn't dominate the field, Brüggen's set is highly entertaining. --Leslie Gerber

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Joseph Haydn: Paris Symphonies, Nos. 85, 86, 87 Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Franz Joseph Haydn | Haydn, Franz Joseph | ( H ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Classical | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Tafelmusik | ( T ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Classical Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Similar Items: Joseph Haydn: The Creation ASIN: B000002AQ9 Release Date: 1995-06-27

Tracks:

1. Symphony In B-Flat Major, Hob. I:85 'The Queen': I. Adagio - Vivace
2. Symphony In B-Flat Major, Hob. I:85 'The Queen': II. Romance. Allegretto
3. Symphony In B-Flat Major, Hob. I:85 'The Queen': III. Menuet. Allegretto - Trio
4. Symphony In B-Flat Major, Hob. I:85 'The Queen': IV. Finale. Presto
5. Symphony In D Major, Hob. I:86: I. Adagio - Allegro spiritoso
6. Symphony In D Major, Hob. I:86: II. Capriccio. Largo
7. Symphony In D Major, Hob. I:86: III. Menuet. Allegretto - Trio
8. Symphony In D Major, Hob. I:86: IV. Finale. Allegro con spiritoso
9. Symphony In A Major, Hob. I:87: I. Vivace
10. Symphony In A Major, Hob. I:87: II. Adagio
11. Symphony In A Major, Hob. I:87: III. Menuet - Trio
12. Symphony In A Major, Hob. I:87: IV. Finale. Vivace

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These are excellent performances, by a period instrument orchestra considerably smaller than the one Haydn had for the original Paris performances of these symphonies. That's not a problem as long as the balances remain transparent and clear, as they are. However, Bruno Weil occasionally uses some unduly noticeable rhythmic freedom which causes momentary distractions. If you find this at all disturbing, you might prefer the similar coupling of these works by Goodman and the Hanover Band (Hyperion), the major competition for the same repertoire on period instruments. Either disc is a very satisfying way to hear some wonderful, under-exposed music. --Leslie Gerber

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Haydn: Paris Symphonies Nos. 83 - 85 Koopman , and Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra Manufacturer: Erato ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Classical | Styles | Music ASIN: B00005426T Release Date: 2002-08-12

Average customer rating: master performance of music with historic value as well!! Too Romantic? Haydn y Karajan symphonies Parisiennes

Haydn: 6 "Paris" Symphonies Manufacturer: Deutsche Grammophon ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Franz Joseph Haydn | Haydn, Franz Joseph | ( H ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Classical | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra | ( B ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Deutsche Grammophon: Music | Specialty Stores | Music Similar Items: Haydn: 12 Londoner Symphonien [Germany] 4 Symphonies / Variations Haydn: The 12 "London" Symphonies Brahms: Symphonies Nos. 2 & 3 ASIN: B000001GNT Release Date: 1995-07-18

Tracks:

1. Symphony In C Major Hob. I:82 'L'Ours': 1. Vivace assai
2. Symphony In C Major Hob. I:82 'L'Ours': 2. Allegretto
3. Symphony In C Major Hob. I:82 'L'Ours': 3. Menuet - Trio - Menuet
4. Symphony In C Major Hob. I:82 'L'Ours': 4. Finale. Vivace
5. Symphony In G Minor Hob. I:83 'La Poule': 1. Allegro spiritoso
6. Symphony In G Minor Hob. I:83 'La Poule': 2. Andante
7. Symphony In G Minor Hob. I:83 'La Poule': 3. Menuet. Allegretto - Trio - Menuet
8. Symphony In G Minor Hob. I:83 'La Poule': 4. Finale. Vivace
9. Symphony In A Major Hob. I:87: 1. Vivace
10. Symphony In A Major Hob. I:87: 2. Adagio
11. Symphony In A Major Hob. I:87: 3. Menuet -- Trio -- Menuet
12. Symphony In A Major Hob. I:87: 4. Finale -- Vivace

Tracks:

1. Symphony In E Flat Major, Hob. I: 84: 1. Largo - Allegro
2. Symphony In E Flat Major, Hob. I: 84: 2. Andante
3. Symphony In E Flat Major, Hob. I: 84: 3. Menuet. Allegretto - Trio - Menuet
4. Symphony In E Flat Major, Hob. I: 84: 4. Finale. Vivace
5. Symphony In B Flat Major Hob. I: 85 'La Reine': 1. Adagio - Vivace
6. Symphony In B Flat Major Hob. I: 85 'La Reine': 2. Romance. Allegretto
7. Symphony In B Flat Major Hob. I: 85 'La Reine': 3. Menuetto. Allegretto - Trio - Menuetto
8. Symphony In B Flat Major Hob. I: 85 'La Reine': 4. Finale. Presto
9. Symphony In D Major Hob. I: 86: I. Adagio - Allegro spiritoso
10. Symphony In D Major Hob. I: 86: II. Capriccio. Largo
11. Symphony In D Major Hob. I: 86: III. Menuet. Allegretto - Trio - Menuet
12. Symphony In D Major Hob. I: 86: IV. Finale. Allegro con spirito

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Late in his career, Herbert von Karajan developed an interest in Haydn, a composer whose music he had virtually ignored. Actually, Karajan wasn't much of a Mozart conductor either; his interests began with Beethoven. And so when he conducted Haydn, he emphasized the connection with Beethoven, and it works very well. Beethoven owed a lot to his former teacher--more than he was willing to admit--and Karajan's interpretations are full of symphonic grandeur and performed with great enthusiasm. The music itself is glorious. Just listen to the trumpets and horns blaze out in the finale of Symphony No. 82, The Bear, and you'll be hooked. Promise. --David Hurwitz

Customer Reviews:

master performance of music with historic value as well!!.......2006-11-16

First, note that i am a relative beginner in classical music, so as a result, my interpretation of this music is based on this recording alone.

Second, that being said, i am eagerly awaiting haydn's complete symphonies conducted by Dorati to arrive. this is how much of an impression these works have made on me! i look forward to comparing the two interpretations.

Third, symphony #85 "la reine" was one of Queen Marie-Antoinette's favorites. I mention this for a few reasons. One, I am a bit of a history buff and enjoy learning about history, thus this gives me a point of reference for the composer's contempories and a sense of what is happening on the streets of Paris while this wonderful music is being performed. Furthermore, at the time of writing this review, the movie, "Marie-Antoinette" was in theatres, and yes i did see this one; although, at the time of purchase, I did not know about the connection. This has given me a fresh desire to revisit some history.

Fourth, frankly, the only good review is the one written in spanish which may be an obsticle to some, however he does mention that the Bernstein recording with the NYP is good, so that may be one to compare as well. The snob and the french reviews require no explanation.

Now, to the music. In a word: glorious. the music is full, rich, and played with fervent emotion that stirs my soul. Being a novice, I must say that most of my preferences for various works result from what moves me and where my mind goes with the music. This 2 CD set is a gem and I highly recommend it.

I have given the piece 5 stars for three reasons: a) my personal response to the music itself, b) the paucity of reviews for this recording and c) the quality of the conductor and orchestra.

Too Romantic?.......2002-09-25

Karajan's a great conductor, to be sure, but this rendition of Haydn's Paris symphonies leaves me unsatisfied. The tempos on some of the minuets are *way* too slow. Of course, I cut my symphonic-Haydn teeth on the Marriner/ASMF performances available on Philips DUO, which I recommend. It also sounds as if the Berlin Philharmonic might be a bit too big for these works, or maybe it's just the sonics of this 1981 recording. In any event, I find this interpretation much too Romantic for Joseph Haydn, the epitome of Classicism.
Karajan's and the BPO's performance of the Adagio of No. 87 is not bad, though.

Haydn y Karajan.......2000-05-27

Este doble de las Sinfonías de Haydn por Karajan, nos demuestra una vez más la excepcional calidad interpretativa que Karajan desarrollo con los berlineses, es bien conocida versión de La Creación (Karajan-Berlín) y altamente alabada por los críticos de todo el mundo. La combinación realmente funciona maravillosamente en la obra de Haydn.

El Haydn de Karajan suena muy fino con trazos muy elegantes con un espíritu brillante y fresco, las cuerdas de la Berlín están sorprendentemente bien balanceadas y rítmicamente activas. Las obras de Haydn son más ligeras que las siguientes: 88, 89, 90, 91, 92 y las Sinfonías londinenses (93 a la 104) pero no de menor belleza, la Sinfonía No. 86 debe ser sin lugar a dudas una de las obras más briosas y optimistas del gran maestro.

PD.- Las versiones de Leonard Bernstein con la New York Philharmonic, son otra excelente opción de las Sinfonías Parisinas.

symphonies Parisiennes.......2000-02-01

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Average customer rating: Bernstein's Great Recordings of Haydn's Paris Symphonies Bernstein and Haydn -- Our Men in Paris

Haydn: The 6 "Paris" Symphonies Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Franz Joseph Haydn | Haydn, Franz Joseph | ( H ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Classical | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Classical Music | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Similar Items: Haydn: The 12 London Symphonies ASIN: B0000027MF Release Date: 1992-11-10

Tracks:

1. Symphony In C Major, Hob. I: 82 'The Bear': I. Vivace assai
2. Symphony In C Major, Hob. I: 82 'The Bear': II. Allegretto
3. Symphony In C Major, Hob. I: 82 'The Bear': III. Menuet - Trio
4. Symphony In C Major, Hob. I: 82 'The Bear': IV. Finale. Vivace
5. Symphony In G Minor, Hob. I: 83 'The Hen': I. Allegro spiritoso
6. Symphony In G Minor, Hob. I: 83 'The Hen': II. Andante
7. Symphony In G Minor, Hob. I: 83 'The Hen': III. Menuet. Allegretto - Trio
8. Symphony In G Minor, Hob. I: 83 'The Hen': IV. Finale. Vivace
9. Symphony In E Flat Major, Hob. I: 84: I. Largo - Allegro
10. Symphony In E Flat Major, Hob. I: 84: II. Andante
11. Symphony In E Flat Major, Hob. I: 84: III. Menuet. Allegretto - Trio
12. Symphony In E Flat Major, Hob. I: 84: IV. Finale. Vivace

Tracks:

1. Symphony In B Flat Major, Hob. I: 85 'The Queen': I. Adagio - Vivace
2. Symphony In B Flat Major, Hob. I: 85 'The Queen': II. Romance. Allegretto
3. Symphony In B Flat Major, Hob. I: 85 'The Queen': III. Menuetto. Allegretto - Trio
4. Symphony In B Flat Major, Hob. I: 85 'The Queen': Finale. Presto
5. Symphony In D Major, Hob. I: 86: I. Adagio - Allegro spiritoso
6. Symphony In D Major, Hob. I: 86: II. Capriccio. Largo
7. Symphony In D Major, Hob. I: 86: III. Menuet. Allegretto - Trio
8. Symphony In D Major, Hob. I: 86: IV. Finale. Allegro con spirito
9. Symphony In A Major, Hob. I: 87: I. Vivace
10. Symphony In A Major, Hob. I: 87: II. Adagio
11. Symphony In A Major, Hob. I: 87: III. Menuet - Trio
12. Symphony In A Major, Hob. I: 87: IV. Finale. Vivace

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Leonard Bernstein was simply one of the great Haydn conductors of all time. Not only did he characterize Haydn's music vividly and get his orchestras to play it well, he took the trouble to study period performance and teach his musicians things like how to play Haydn's trills correctly. Lacking period instruments, this is as authentic a set of Haydn performances as you could want to hear. Every one of these wonderful Paris Symphonies emerges as an individual work of great qualities. The recordings have been lovingly remastered and surpass more recent Haydn recordings sonically as well as musically. --Leslie Gerber

Customer Reviews:

Bernstein's Great Recordings of Haydn's Paris Symphonies.......2001-08-25

I am surpised Sony hasn't reissued this marvellous set, and omit Prince Charles' mediocre watercolors. The exceptional quality of these performances should speak for themselves. With the notable exception of a period instrument set from the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightment, these recordings are simply the best I have heard of Haydn's "Paris" symphonies, easily eclipsing those recorded by Karajan and the Berlin Philharmonic. Incidentally these were the recordings which made Bernstein's reputation as one of our foremost interpreters of Haydn. Much to my surprise, they lack Bernstein's idiosyncratic exuberance. The sound quality remains first rate, thanks to Sony's latest image-bit digital remastering. Those looking for a definitive set of Haydn's "Paris" symphonies should look no further.

Bernstein and Haydn -- Our Men in Paris.......2000-08-22

While there are dozens of recordings of Haydn's "London Symphonies," there are only a handful of major-label titles of the "Paris Symphonies." And this version by Leonard Bernstein and the New York Philharmonic has to be counted among the very best. Critics like to say that Haydn is a musical comedian of sorts. I don't know if I would go that far, but his symphonies are jovial, light, carefree and thoroughly enjoyable. However, there is one thing I find funny about this release (and the "Royal Edition" concept) -- why Sony Classical thought it could sell more Bernstein CDs by using mediocre watercolor paintings by Prince Charles as the cover art. Bernstein discs don't need to rely on marketing gimmicks, the quality of the music sells them just fine.

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