Description
The "London Symphonies" represent the sublime culmination of Haydn's symphonic oeuvre. Composed for the London impresario Johann Peter Salomon, Haydn himself conducted the premieres of these works during his extended stays in the English capital in 1791/92 and 1794/95. Likely written in the winter of 1791/92, Symphony No. 93 in D major featured a musical structure that was both accessible and sophisticated, perfectly catering to London's tastes for melodic clarity and expressive pathos. The slow introduction's Baroque echoes of Handel, as well as the festive finale with its timpani and trumpets, would have resonated strongly with audiences, leading to the symphony being repeatedly performed that season. This study edition, based on the authoritative Haydn Complete Edition, ensures the highest scholarly standards, with an informative preface and critical notes making it an ideal companion for both seasoned Haydn enthusiasts and new fans.
