Joachim Raff - Symphony no. 8 "Sounds of Spring" (1876)

Joachim Raff - Symphony no. 8 "Frühlingsklänge" op. 202 (1876)

Werner Andreas Albert conducting the Philharmonia Hungarica

I: Allegro "Spring's return" - 0:00
II: Allegro "During Walpurgis night" - 14:45
III: Larghetto "With the first bunch of flowers" - 22:45
IV: Vivace "Wanderlust" - 32:00
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It was the first of the "Seasons" symphonies, Joachim Raff presents his 8th Symphony to the world in Wiesbaden. It was Raff's comeback as one of the most leading symphonist after the mixed receptions of no. 6 and no. 7. It was successful, reaching New York a year after the premiere.
The first 3 movements were received with big applause and jubilation, however the 4th movement was received a little colder than the previous movements; it lacks the memorable melodies and the excitement that was usually present in Raff's symphonies. Raff's daughter Helene said "the audience didn't understand this movement".
Even with the warm reception of the 4th movement, it continues to be a popular work during his lifetime.

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Recording: https://www.amazon.com/Symphonies-8-1...

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