Composer

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Michael Haydn

Genre

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Symphony

Style

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Symphony

Compose Date

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Jan 2, 1788

Average_duration

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8:40

Movement_count

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3

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Symphony in E flat major, MH 473 (P 26) is a classical symphony composed by Michael Haydn, the younger brother of the famous composer Franz Joseph Haydn. The symphony was composed in Salzburg, Austria, in 1788, and was premiered in the same year. The symphony consists of four movements, which are as follows: 1. Allegro moderato 2. Andante 3. Menuetto and Trio 4. Finale: Allegro The first movement, Allegro moderato, is in sonata form and begins with a lively and energetic theme played by the strings. The second theme is more lyrical and is played by the woodwinds. The development section explores both themes and leads to a recapitulation of the main themes. The second movement, Andante, is a slow and expressive piece that features a beautiful melody played by the strings. The woodwinds provide a delicate accompaniment, and the movement ends with a gentle coda. The third movement, Menuetto and Trio, is a dance-like piece in triple meter. The main theme is played by the strings, and the woodwinds provide a playful counterpoint. The trio section features a more lyrical melody played by the woodwinds. The final movement, Finale: Allegro, is a lively and energetic piece that features a fast-paced theme played by the strings. The woodwinds provide a playful accompaniment, and the movement ends with a triumphant coda. Overall, Symphony in E flat major, MH 473 (P 26) is a charming and well-crafted symphony that showcases Michael Haydn's skill as a composer. The symphony is notable for its elegant melodies, lively rhythms, and skillful orchestration.

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