Haydn Symphony 101

Haydn's last twelve symphonies were composed for performances in London during his two residencies in 1791 and 1795. These twelve symphonies (numbers 93-104) are considered to be the greatest collection of symphonic works composed in the 18th Century.

ST PAUL'S CATHEDRAL IN 18TH CENTURY LONDON

Symphony 101 is nicknamed the "Clock" because of the tick-tock motif throughout the second movement. The "Clock" Symphony was an immediate success in London and has remained one of Haydn's most performed works ever since.


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