(Franz) Joseph Haydn (March 31, 1732 – May 31, 1809) was an Austrian composer. He was one of the most important, prolific and prominent composers of the classical period. He is often called the "Father of the Symphony" and "Father of the String Quartet" because of his important contributions to these genres. He was also instrumental in the development of the piano trio and in the evolution of sonata form.
A life-long resident of Austria, Haydn sp...
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Date of birth:
- Mar 31, 1732
Date of death:
- May 31, 1809 (age 77 years)
Place of birth:
Also known as:
- Haydn, Franz Joseph (1732-1809 ),
- Haynd,
- Haydn, Joseph,
- Franz Josepf Haydn,
- Haydn, F J,
- Franz Josef Haydn,
- Joseph Hayden,
- Franz Haydn,
- Franz Joseph Haydn,
- J. Haydn,
- Haydn,
- F. J. Haydn
