Joseph Haydn Was Revealed: The Oxford Symphony
many different instruments being played in this piece. I predicted that it mostly consisted of string and brass instruments. After doing some research, I discovered that a flute, two oboes, two bassoons, two horns, two trumpets, a timpani, and a few other string instruments were used. I think this particular variety of instruments made this piece sound really nice. It starts off with a slow tempo and gradually gets louder and faster. During the fast tempo, the string instruments were what really stood out to me. The flute also played a major role during the short pauses and the less active measures. I think this woodwind instrument is what really gave this symphony its calmness. In certain sections, it may feel rushed and rapid due to the sudden
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loudness. However, it all comes together to sound wonderful.
After the Piece Name and Composer Was Revealed:
Symphony No.
92 in G, "Oxford" was composed in 1789 by Joseph Haydn, a famous composer in Europe. This piece is also widely known as “the Oxford Symphony,” It was named “Oxford” because it has been said that Haydn had performed this particular piece in Oxford University when he received his honorary degree. This symphony was composed along with two others as a group. French Count d'Ogny helped Haydn become involved in the Loge Olympique Concerts, which is why these symphonies were made possible. Because of its unique structure, Haydn’s works quickly became extremely popular in Europe and he became one of the most famous musicians at the time.
I think this piece may have been composed for a peaceful event because of how laid back the instruments sound. The year this symphony was composed, which was 1789, was when the French Revolution first began. I think this historical event really corresponds to this piece composed by Haydn. The slow, mellow notes may represent the peace that France once had before the war broke out. The loud, sped up notes that were played vigorously may represent the chaos that lasted for ten years, until the French Revolution finally came to an end. This symphony has inspired me to listen to slower and more relaxing
pieces.
loudness. However, it all comes together to sound wonderful.
After the Piece Name and Composer Was Revealed:
Symphony No.
92 in G, "Oxford" was composed in 1789 by Joseph Haydn, a famous composer in Europe. This piece is also widely known as “the Oxford Symphony,” It was named “Oxford” because it has been said that Haydn had performed this particular piece in Oxford University when he received his honorary degree. This symphony was composed along with two others as a group. French Count d'Ogny helped Haydn become involved in the Loge Olympique Concerts, which is why these symphonies were made possible. Because of its unique structure, Haydn’s works quickly became extremely popular in Europe and he became one of the most famous musicians at the time.
I think this piece may have been composed for a peaceful event because of how laid back the instruments sound. The year this symphony was composed, which was 1789, was when the French Revolution first began. I think this historical event really corresponds to this piece composed by Haydn. The slow, mellow notes may represent the peace that France once had before the war broke out. The loud, sped up notes that were played vigorously may represent the chaos that lasted for ten years, until the French Revolution finally came to an end. This symphony has inspired me to listen to slower and more relaxing
pieces.