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-The Piano Trio No.39 in G major, Haydn- The Piano trio was composed in 1795, during the final few weeks of Haydn's second trip to London. Also, This piece is one of three works which were dedicated to Rebecca Schroeter.  It's perhaps his best-known Piano trio, and it's named "Gypsy Rondo Trio" as a nickname because of the Rondo Finale of Hungarian Style". Structure The structure of this trio is in three movements. 1. Andante 2. Poco Adagio, Cantabile 3. Rondo all'Ongarese - Presto First, the first movement is blended of double variation and Rondo for the two minor sections. Also, the alternation of variations in major and minor keys is characteristic of Haydn's movement. Next, the second movement continues the gentle mood, and it is noted for the violin melody in the central section. Finally, the final movement incorporates a number of Gypsy tunes and Gypsy effects, including the Hungarian "recruiting dance" genre that is known as Verbunkos...

 -The Cello Concerto No.2 in D major- Haydn's cello Concerto No.2 was composed for James Cervetto, who was an Italian opera artist, in 1783. Also, It's premier performance was composed by Haydn on March 24, 1784 at Hannover square. Next, The second performance was performed after a week and advertised in the London press. Structure  The cello Concerto is structured in the three movements. 1. Allegro moderato 2. Adagio 3. Rondo Allegro First, In the first movement, the tone is leisurely and soothing. However, another theme is discovered upon the opening theme when the piece soon enters the development phase. Next, the second movement, the key shifts to the dominant, A major. The tempo 'Adagio' is slower than many slow movements of Haydn which are 'Andante'. Finally, the final movement is the shortest movement of the Concerto. Also, It's in Rondo form, and ends with a cheerful affirmation. Link:  The Cello Concerto No.2 in D major, Haydn Reference: 1.Tolley, T...