Haydn Symphony 100

Haydn composed twelve symphonies during his two visits to London between 1791 and 1795. These twelve symphonies are collectively known as the "London" Symphonies and are numbered from 93-104.

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Symphony 100 was composed during Haydn's second London visit and was a favorite of the British at the time. It has been part of the standard orchestral repertoire ever since it's premiere.

Symphony 100 was given the nickname "Military" because of the inclusion of Turkish military percussion instruments in the second and fourth movements. These instruments include triangle, bass drum, and crash cymbals.

Not only is the "Military" Symphony a lot of fun to listen to, it is a perfectly constructed example of the Classical style.


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