Ensemble Dimanche 98th Concert

　The first half of the program will feature overtures and symphonies by Mozart (1756-91), and the second half will feature symphonies by Mendelssohn (1809-47). Mozart began composing at the age of 5, and Mendelssohn at around 9, and both were called "child prodigies. Both were called "child prodigies" and were expected to become genius composers, but Mozart died at the age of 35 and Mendelssohn at the age of 38. This year's program is composed of works by these two genius composers who died in their 30s. In particular, we would like the audience to compare the G minor symphony that Mozart wrote in his later years (age 32) with the C minor symphony that Mendelssohn wrote when he was just 15 years old and was influenced by Mozart's symphony.

◆The symphony is popular because of its "minor key" - Mozart: Symphony No. 40 in G minor.
　This piece is one of the most popular symphonies by Mozart. The main reason for its popularity can be attributed to the melancholy melody of the "minor key". Only two of Mozart's symphonies are in the minor key. The other is No. 25, both in G minor.
　There are two versions of this piece: a first draft version and a revised version. The wind instrumentation of the first draft version was one flute and two each of oboe, bassoon, and horn. Later, two clarinets were added, and the oboe was replaced by a dull-toned clarinet in many parts. This version is now the most popular version, and we also perform it in the revised version.

Symphony No. 40" influenced by Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 1 in C minor
　This is the first symphony for orchestra written by Mendelssohn when he was only 15 years old. It is no wonder that Mendelssohn wrote 12 symphonies for strings between the ages of 12 and 14 (not including his unfinished works). Mendelssohn wrote 12 symphonies for strings (not including unfinished works) between the ages of 12 and 14, and this is his 13th symphony. In fact, the autograph score of this piece was written as "Symphony No. 13," but when it was published, it was separated from the string works and called "Symphony No. 1. Despite its high degree of perfection, it is undeniable that the influence of composers such as Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, and Weber can be seen throughout. Especially in the third and fourth movements, the influence of Mozart's Symphony No. 40, which will be performed in the same program, can be felt.