DCCCXXXVII. HAYDN, Franz Joseph: Baryton Trio #114 in D Major

DCCCXXXVII. HAYDN, Franz Joseph (1732-1809)

Baryton Trio #114 in D Major (<1775)
1. Moderato
2. Minuetto
3. Fuga: Presto
Esterhazy Ensemble
(9:15)

Must have been a special occasion!

This is a particularly fine example of the 127 baryton trios -- one that Haydn seems to have worked on carefully.

To begin with the part-writing and counterpoint are exquisite -- and, unlike some of the earlier trios, this one features three interesting, independent parts.

The last movement, a clever fugue, also shows how Haydn composed this one carefully ...

First movement

Second movement

Third movement