Joseph Haydn

Joseph Haydn

composer
conductor
pianist
musicologist
Holy Roman Empire
Classicism

Franz Joseph Haydn was an Austrian composer of the Classical period. He was pivotal in the evolution of chamber music forms like the string quartet and piano trio. His contributions to musical form have led him to be called "Father of the Symphony" and "Father of the String quartet".

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Lifespan
1732 – 1809
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Career Journey

Background

Born in
Rohrau
Awards
🏆 honorary citizen of Vienna

Timeline

  • 1732

    Born

    Birth
  • 1809

    Died

    Death

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