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The Symphonies

Symphony No. 7 in A major, op. 92

Composed between 1811 and 1812 and premiered in 1813, Beethoven's Seventh Symphony is among his most exuberant and rhythmically compelling works. Celebrated for its extraordinary vitality, persistent rhythmic patterns and dramatic contrasts, the symphony quickly established itself as one of his most popular compositions. Its combination of rhythmic energy, thematic inventiveness and structural coherence has secured its place among the most distinctive achievements in the symphonic repertoire.

Premiered
December 8, 1813
Where
Saal der Wiener Universität, Vienna
Dedication
Count Moritz von Fries
Reception
Well-received and immediately successful
Instrumentation
2 Flauti; 2 Oboi; 2 Clarinetti; 2 Fagotti; 2 Corni; 2 Trombe; Timpani; Archi
Bars (total)
1846
On this site
186 recordings · average 38:50 · compare all timings →

Movements

  1. I. Poco sostenuto – Vivace (A major)450 bars · 1 printed repeat
  2. II. Allegretto (A minor)278 bars · No printed repeats
  3. III. Presto (F major)653 bars · 4 printed repeats
  4. IV. Allegro con brio (A major)465 bars · 6 printed repeats