Symphony No 94 in G major 'Surprise', Hob I:94 (Haydn)
from Haydn: The London Symphonies (CDS44371/4)
1 Adagio – Vivace assai [8'54]
2 Andante [6'07]
3 Menuetto – Trio: Allegro molto [4'41]
4 Finale: Allegro di molto [4'06]
23 minutes 48 seconds 4 tracks
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