Haydn: Symphonies Nos.92 "Oxford" and 94 "Surprise"

   
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Symphony No.92 "Oxford", Adagio
Haydn wrote beautiful and lyrical melodies, such as this one in the slow movement of the "Oxford" Symphony. The grace of the melody is complemented by the effective orchestration.
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Haydn: Symphonies Nos.92, 94, 96
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Symphony No.94 "Surprise", Andante
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Symphony No.94 "Surprise", Andante (second variation)
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Symphony No.94 "Surprise", Menuett, Allegro molto, Trio
Haydn's sense of musical humor often appears in his minuets and trios. Just when you think he should be done, he adds a pause or a surprising change of direction.
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