This is the fourth and last of Symphonies, Wq 183 composed by C. P. E. Bach in late 18th century.
The modern symphonic orchestra can trace its roots to this period when the basic string orchestra formation was extended with wind instruments, thereby giving the Sturm and Drang movement (loosely translated as Storm and Stress) a much wider soundscape and greater range of dynamics with which to express itself.
With his Wq 183 orchestral symphonies, C.P.E. Bach set himself the challenge of writing symphonies for a full orchestra featuring string and wind sections. Horns and woodwind were no longer a mere afterthought; they did not simply double up and reinforce the string parts, rather they were given their own specific function from the outset. With this in mind, and the highly emotional states of tension and release, these compositions were truly pioneering and made tone, dynamics and harmony into central musical concepts. The four symphonies are veritable fireworks of emotions: full of suspense, poignancy and exuberant joy.
Sheet music: Holograph Manuscript (1772, PD)
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Conductor: Enrico Bronzi (according to source video)
Performers unknown: suggestions welcome!
Also check original video where I extracted the music (no copyright infringement intended!)
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