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Symphony No. 36 in C, K. 425 'Linz': Full Orchestra, Ensemble Works

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Symphony No. 36 in C, K. 425 'Linz': Full Orchestra, Ensemble Works

Symphony No. 36 in C, K. 425 'Linz': Full Orchestra, Ensemble Works

By Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart / arr. Friedrich Schnapp

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) composed the Symphony No. 36 in C Major, K. 425, knows as the "Linz Symphony," within a few days in October/early November 1783 in the palace of Count Johann Joseph Anton von Thun-Hohenstein in Linz were, together with his wife Constanze, he stayed for three weeks on the way back from a trip to Salzburg. "On Tuesday, the fourth of November," wrote Mozart to his father on October 31 (the day after his arrival in Linz), "I will be giving a concert in the theater - and since I have no symphony with me, I am writing one as fast as I can, for it must be ready by then." Accordingly, this work was performed for the first time in the theater in Linz on November 4, 1783. This critical edition based on the composer's manuscript has been completed by Friedrich Schnapp. Instrumentation: 0.2.0.2: 2.2.0.0: Timp: Str (4-4-3-3-3 in set).

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Series: Kalmus Critical Editions
Publisher: Keiser Productions, Inc.
ISBN10: 1-63-887922-2
ISBN13: 978-1-63-887922-0
UPC: 735816452889
SKU: 36-A815501
Instrumentation: Detailed Instrumentation: 0.2.0.2: 2.2.0.0: Timp: Str (4-4-3-3-3 in set)

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About the Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) mastered nearly every musical form of his era and wrote with such facility that he could compose a complete symphony in days. His output across concertos, operas, chamber works, and symphonies shaped the Classical style and remains central to orchestral repertoire. Mozart's ability to balance structural clarity with emotional depth makes his works enduring teaching pieces.

For conductors and orchestras, Mozart's symphonies demand precision in articulation, balance between string and wind sections, and an understanding of Classical proportions. His music rewards careful attention to dynamics, phrasing, and ensemble blend.

Why we love this

The 'Linz' Symphony is a study in compositional confidence under deadline. Mozart wrote this work in just days for a theater performance, yet it contains the structural integrity and melodic invention that define his best symphonic writing. The piece demonstrates how clearly the Classical orchestra speaks when composers understand its voice, making it invaluable for ensembles learning to balance transparency with richness.

What to expect

The 'Linz' Symphony opens with urgent, purposeful energy in C Major, moving through graceful exchanges between strings and winds with the clarity of chamber music scaled to orchestra size. Beneath the formal elegance runs a current of theatrical immediacy, the work of a composer writing for a specific concert moment rather than abstract posterity.

Who it's for

This work suits advanced high school orchestras and college ensembles ready to engage with Classical symphonic form. It is equally valuable for young professional orchestras seeking to sharpen their Classical technique and ensemble discipline.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the principal melodic lines through subtle dynamic inflection rather than dramatic contrast; Mozart's architecture depends on clarity of voice rather than volume.
  • Establish a steady, singing tempo that allows the string section to breathe through longer passages without dragging or rushing the harmonic rhythm.
  • Balance the woodwind pairs (oboes and flutes) carefully against the string texture so they emerge as independent voices in the tutti sections rather than doubling effect.
  • Attend to the timpani entrance; it marks significant harmonic and structural moments and should feel purposeful, not incidental.

How to use it

Pair this symphony with a Baroque concerto or a later Romantic work to frame Mozart's position in orchestral history, or program it alongside another Classical-era symphony to compare approaches to form and instrumentation. It also works well as a centerpiece for a Mozart-focused concert, allowing you to explore his symphonic evolution.

Skills your students will build

  • Balancing woodwind and string textures in Classical scoring
  • Reading and executing articulation patterns characteristic of the 1780s
  • Maintaining ensemble blend across changing instrumental combinations
  • Recognizing and responding to harmonic structure in sonata form
  • Coordinating between conductor's beat and the musical architecture of Classical phrase structure

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