Mozart: Symphony No. 41 Jupiter | Hartmut Haenchen & Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach Chamber Orchestra

It is a masterly interpretation of a divine symphony: The Jupiter Symphony (Symphony No. 41 in C major, K. 551) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, played here by the Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach Chamber Orchestra conducted by Hartmut Haenchen. The symphonic classic was performed at the Konzerthaus Berlin in 2005 as part of a Mozart evening. What is special about this particular interpretation is the reduced size of the ensemble, as a result of which the diverse characteristics of Mozart’s symphony vividly emerge.

(00:00) I. Allegro vivace
(11:15) II. Andante cantabile
(19:13) III. Menuetto. Allegretto-Trio
(22:53) IV. Finale. Molto allegro

Symphony No. 41 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756 - 1791) only posthumously received the emblematic epithet ‘Jupiter’. The name started to appear in concert programs in England more than 30 years after its composition and was considered so fitting that soon people spoke only of Mozart’s Jupiter Symphony. The combination of the supreme Roman god Jupiter with Mozart’s radiant and clear musical language is considered an excellent fit to this day.

Mozart completed the composition of his Symphony in C major in August 1788. Depending on how they are counted, it is the last of Mozart’s 41 symphonies. Its genesis is connected with two other symphonies: Mozart had written three symphonies of very different character in just six weeks in the summer of 1788. While Mozart himself actually saw himself as an opera composer, he had probably only composed the symphonies because he once again needed money for his less than modest lifestyle. It is all the more astonishing that all three symphonies are still among the highlights of classical music today, and the Jupiter Symphony in particular is considered the pinnacle of Mozart’s instrumental music. Mozart’s perfectly formed and at the same time playful handling of the themes is universally admired, and the clarity of the structure is regarded as the epitome of musical beauty.

The final movement of the 41st Symphony is unusual in that its outward form reveals a sonata scheme with exposition, development, recapitulation and coda, but its inner structure is a fugue with five themes. The themes each have a very different character, so that their mutual interplay seems like a comedic performance. Because of the dense counterpoint of the fourth movement, Mozart’s Symphony No. 41 has even been called the ‘symphony with the final fugue’.

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[jrcolonial]

Weird story, but the internet is anonymous so I’ll share.

A couple months ago I went through a rough alcohol withdrawal, and my brain was on overdrive for a few days. This first movement was stuck in my head relentlessly during this time. One night, I couldn’t sleep and had a hallucination/dream-like state that I was hearing this piece loud, bright, and clear as if through headphones. I picked up so many details I had never heard before, l and felt an intense elation, blown away by what a genius Mozart was and soaking in every bit of this first movement. The rest of the night was far less pleasant than that but I fell in love and have been listening to this over and over again ever since.

Anyways I’m 37 days sober now with no plans to go back. I’m at this comment section often so I figured I’d leave this little story here. ❤

[srdhthn]

Blessed are those who have an opportunity to hear such a beautiful piece of music performed by great players.

[donrodriguez]

Mozart has been my favorite composer. When I was studying I used to listen to his music as it helped me concentrate in what I was studying specifically when I have to study for an exam.

[fritzdolcine]

Mozart a gift from God to the world of music 🎶.

[euanmackintosh]

What a gem. This performance raised my appreciation of Mozart's music to another level. I have listened to this symphony many times but this experience was something else. Thank you.

[notaire]

Lebhafte und wunderschöne Aufführung dieser perfekt komponierten Sinfonie mit gut vereinigten und perfekt entsprechenden Tönen aller Instrumente. Der zweite Satz klingt echt schön und auch melodisch. Im Kontrast klingt der dritte Satz echt rhythmisch und auch lebhaft. Der intelligente und geniale Dirigent leitet das perfekt trainierte Kammerorchester in verschiedenen Tempi und mit angenehmer Dynamik. Wahrlich hörenswert!

[euanmackintosh]

Who could fail to love this gentle masterpiece?

[zuzannawisniewska]

Its September 2024. No matter how many times I listen to this I never get tired of it. What an excellent symphony. My favorite Mozart symphony ....

[normanschwartz]

For this great symphony, there are only three celli, two double basses, one flute In the orchestra, and just enough violins and violas not to overpower the flute, oboes and bassoons. This chamber sound, I imagine, is much closer to what Mozart wanted to hear. The Berlin orchestra plays magnificently, rhythmically, and we hear things that usually get lost when this piece is played as by a larger symphonic ensemble. A revelation!

[resounds]

Majestic. This symphony certainly deserves its title, Jupiter. and stunning performance, too. Thank you so much for the upload. 💚🍀

[ТатьянаСтальнова-гх]

в нынешней атмосфере ненависти и злобы МОЦАРТ- улыбка природы, радости и добра, воистину солнечныйкомпозитор и человек!

[juandediosfarrera]

Porqué será que a muchas personas no les gusta la música clásica?. Es una música hermosa, pero las de Mozart son aún más.

[goscott]

Fine performance! GOD bless Hartmut Haenchen & Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach Chamber Orchestra in the name of Jesus!😇

[knioutom]

AWESOME PERFORMANCE OF A MASTER PIECE !!!

[olibssb]

This is just so wonderful. Life affirming music. If I was there I would have stood up and cried and cheered.

[aliasgharpashmi]

Excellent performance, certainly deserves a standing ovation👍👍👍👍👍❤❤❤❤❤🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[rommelpetez]

Music of the higher SPHERES! very celestial music. Music, not only to the ears. But also, to the SOUL! 🙌😇

[malcolmabram]

Excellent performance. So much passion, enthusiasm, which no doubt is the fruit of so much rehearsal from those who love the music of Mozart. On a sad note, Glastonbury pulls thousands to listen to popular music. I note how empty the hall was here. I know where I would want to be.

[simonkawasaki]

THRILLING performance!!!! Orchestra is perfectly proportioned. Just the right amount of strength and lithe energy!

[qvvqrvo]

Моцарт, это солнце, другое измерение . Оркестр на высоте