Symphony No. 49 (Haydn)
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The Symphony No. 49 in F minor (Hoboken 1/49) was written by Joseph Haydn. It is popularly known as La Passione (the Passion).
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[edit] Date of composition and scoring
It was written in 1768 during Haydn's Sturm und Drang period.
The four movements follow the what was by then archaic Sonata da chiesa pattern: slow-quick-slow (minuet)-quick. It was the last time Haydn was to follow this scheme in a symphony.
The scoring of the symphony is typical of Haydn in this period: two oboes, bassoon, two horns, strings and continuo.
[edit] Nickname (La Passione)
This work was given its nickname by its French publisher.
[edit] Movements
- I. Adagio
- II. Allegro di molto
- III. Menuet e Trio
- IV. Presto
All the movements are in F minor, although the trio is in F major, providing a glimpse of brightness in the generally pessimistic scene. The two quick movements are notable for their forward drive and relentless energy.
