Symphony No. 48 in C 'Maria Theresa' [Hob. I:48]

Description

Symphony No. 48 in C major, Hob. I:48 ("Maria Theresa") was composed in 1768-1769 by Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) during his early years as Kapellmeister to the Esterh�zy court, a period marked by increasing experimentation and expansion in his symphonic writing. The symphony's nickname is traditionally associated with a visit by Empress Maria Theresa to the Esterh�zy palace, though it is uncertain whether the work was actually performed for her, and the title likely reflects later attribution rather than documented fact. Written in a bright C-major key often reserved for ceremonial works, the symphony includes a stately Adagio and a lively finale. Symphony No. 48 occupies a respected place in Haydn's middle symphonic output. Instrumentation: 0.2.0.0: 2.2.0.0: Timp: Str (4.4.3.3.3 in set). Reprint of the Eusebius Mandyczewski edition, which was part of the Joseph Haydns Werke series.