Franz Joseph Haydn - "Sturm und Drang", "Paris" & "London" Symphonies
Philips | 2002 | 13 CD | 14 ZIP | 1.31 GB
MP3 192 Kbps | Lame encoded | Tracks | Covers | Fserve, Fsonic
The crowning glory of this collection rests in Frans Brüggen's marvelous set of the 12 "London" Symphonies. These, along with some of the lesser-known late works, such as Symphonies Nos. 86 and 90 (with its thrilling horn writing), alone justify purchase of this inexpensive 13-disc collection (
David Hurwitz)
"An impressive series." (
The Penguin Guide- Sturm und Drang)
"Bruggen … is here, as ever, an outstandingly characterful interpreter of Haydn, with rhythms beautifully sprung." (
The Penguin Guide- Paris Symphonies)
"A rewarding issue which I shall want to hear many times over." (
Gramophone - Nos 101 & 103)