Franz Pfyffer (1844-1899) - Symphony in B flat major

[eschiss1]

I looked at RISM and did not find it- but did find other intriguing items of his.

[Justin]

A further report on this delightful symphony.

I must have now played it about sixty times, more than any other work in my CD collection.

The four movements are so well-balanced, the harmonies simple and pleasing, that it has become my go-to work at breakfast time.

Terry, I've listened to it a few times myself. I enjoy the first two movements but don't get the same pleasure from the last two. However, I'm glad that such an unsung work has become the highlight of your collection! Perhaps it will take me a bit longer to grasp it.

[terry martyn]

It was the almost-funereal second movement that gripped me first. The other three took longer. Once I got used to the third movement,I have really appreciated,not just the craftsmanship,but  also the melodies.

Probably,the reason I made such an effort to understand and appreciate all aspects of this symphony is the number of hurdles needed to obtain the piece in the first place. But my perseverance has been richly rewarded.