Haydn Symphonies Nos.26, 86, Mozart Violin Concerto No.3 : Harry Christophers / Handel & Haydn Society, Aisslinn Nosky(Vn)

Continuing their acclaimed live series on CORO, the Handel and Haydn Society presents one of Haydns early Sturm und Drang (storm and stress) symphonies No. 26 in D minor. More commonly known as Lamentatione because of its association with Easter week, Haydn incorporates an old plainsong chant of the Passion of Christ juxtaposing it against the furious opening theme. The later Paris Symphony No. 86, with its unusual off-tonic exposition, shows Haydn at his most inventive and expansive; richly scored it tests the performers skill and technique to the limit. Completing the programme is Mozarts lively and vibrant Violin Concerto in G major performed by H+Hs inspirational Concertmaster, Aisslinn Nosky.