From Choirboy to Conductor
Joseph Haydn was born on March 31, 1732, in Rohrau (Lower Austria), the second of twelve children of a coach-builder and a cook. His musical talent shows itself at a very early age.
From Choirboy to Conductor
In the Services of Esterházy
In 1761 Haydn made a lucky career move: he entered the services of the rich Esterházy family in Eisenstadt.
In the Services of Esterházy
A Star in Great Britain
In 1790 Prince Nikolaus I. died. His successor showed no interest in music and within a few days disbanded the orchestra and choir and granted Haydn an annual pension.
A Star in Great Britain
Move to Vienna and World Renown
During his past years Haydn lives again in Vienna where his last public appearance took place. One of the guests: Ludwig van Beethoven.
Move to Vienna and World Renown
The Oeuvre of the Master
Haydn is traditionally considered the “Father" of the classical symphony and the string quartet and an innovator in the composition of piano sonatas and piano trios.
The Oeuvre of the Master
