The final Allegro assai is Haydn's opportunity to carry us off with a jubilant rondo all'ungarese. |
The scherzo-like episode, Allegro agitato assai, is followed by a movement in the style of the Italian bel canto, Allegro moderato, cello and piano singing in a dialogue. |
In the Allegro assai moderato we have an impression of impish playfulness that is very much akin to Gade's own inventiveness. |
I also enjoyed the Finale that also follows without a break and which is marked Allegro deciso, assai moderato. |
The strings players brought invigorating energy to the concluding Allegro assai. |
The weighty central Largo assai ed espressivo, in D minor, unfolds stealthily. |