Haydn: London Trios, Hob. IV:1-4
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- Composer: Joseph Haydn
- Editor: Andreas Friesenhagen
- Instrumentation: Cello, Flute I, Flute II
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- Size: 9.3 x 12.2 inches
- Pages: 36
- Urtext / Critical Edition
Description
London, with its bustling musical scene, always provided Haydn with welcome surroundings at a time when the flute was extraordinarily popular among English amateurs. The Earl of Abingdon, an accomplished flautist, undoubtedly enjoyed playing these entertaining trios. Abingdon was a member of Haydn's circle of acquaintances in London and a composer in his own right: a theme from one of his songs ("The Lady's Mirror") served Haydn for a set of variations in the second trio. Neither men could have foreseen the huge success that these cheerful and straightforward pieces would enjoy among music-lovers all over the world.