Symphony No. 103 in E flat major, 'Drum Roll'

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The opening gives this symphony its nickname ‘Drum Roll’, and after a sombre opening Haydn shows his cosmopolitan nature, using melodies from Scotland and Croatia to produce a symphony full of youthful vigour and charm. Composer: Joseph Haydn Performers: BBC Philharmonic Orchestra Conductor: Gianandrea Noseda Recording date: 17 January 2006 Date of broadcast: 14 December 2007