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Symphony No.94, G major, "Surprise"
Joseph Haydn
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Duration of performance: c.25 minutes
First performance: March 23rd, 1792.
Orchestra: 2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 bassoons, 2 horns, 2 trumpets, drums, strings.
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First performance
Composed in 1791, the work was first performed in London, on March 23rd, 1792, under the direction of the composer, as part of the Salomon concert series.
Haydn during his stays in London
Movements
1st movement: Adagio cantabile - Vivace assai
2nd movement: Andante
3rd movement: Menuetto (Allegro molto)
4th movement: Allegro di molto
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