Vanhal / Halasz Symphonies 5 CD

Johann Baptist Vanhal was one of Haydn's most important contemporaries. His symphonies in particular were widely admired throughout Europe, with music historian Dr. Charles Burney reporting that Vanhal's symphonies were known in England before those of Haydn. The finely wrought works in this recording include the Symphony in F minor, considered one of his best in this genre, and the Symphony in C which was highly popular in it's day. All of these works illustrate Vanhal's sophisticated mastery of musical structure, imaginative handling of the orchestra, and a profusion of memorable themes.

1. * Symphony in F minor, Bryan F1 2. I. Allegro Moderato 3. II. Cantabile 4. III. Allegro Molto 5. * Symphony in E-Flat Major, Bryan Eb4 6. I. Allegro 7. II. Andante Scherzando 8. III. Menuetto I-II 9. IV. Allegro Molto 10. * Symphony in C Major, Bryan C7B 11. I. Allegro Molto 12. II. Andante Molto 13. III. Menuetto I-II 14. IV. Allegro 15. * Oboe Concertino in G Major, Bryan G5 16. I. Allegro Moderato 17. II. Minuetto: Moderato 18. III. Adagio 19. IV. Minuetto: Moderato 20. V. Finale: Allegro