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Cantankerous Classical Composers
…issue with his habit of smoking during sermons. Joseph Haydn Haydn, often referred to as “Papa” for his gentle nature, had a mischievous streak that occasionally landed him in trouble….
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Maurice Ravel
…their masterful exploitation of orchestral color and texture left an indelible impact on the world of music. Early Life and Musical Beginnings Born as Joseph Maurice Ravel on March 7,…
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Johann Nepomuk Hummel
…Sonata in A flat composed by Joseph Haydn, another musical titan of the day. The performance took place in the Hanover Square Rooms in Haydn’s presence. The tour was cut…
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The Creation Oratorio – Haydn
The Creation (Franz Joseph Haydn) 00:02:05 Introduction: Chaos 00:07:47 Accompanied Recitative “In the beginning” 00:10:49 Tenor Air & Chorus “Now vanish” 00:14:34 Bass Recitative “And God made” 00:16:50 Soprano Solo…
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Honor, Glory and Praise from The Seasons by Haydn
In Rehearsal: Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker (Haydn: Die Jahreszeiten) – Full-length concert at http://www.digitalconcerthall.com/concert/244. Sir Simon Rattle conducts Joseph Haydn’s “Ehre, Lob und Preis sei dir” from Die…
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Haydn – 6th Symphony
Haydn’s 6th Symphony by Franz Joseph Haydn….
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German Anthem by Haydn, Played by Leandro Ferreira Ramos
German Anthem – Deutsche-Hymne by Franz Joseph Haydn, performed by Leandro Ferreira Ramos on violin….
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Haydn – The Creation Oratorio
Experience Franz Joseph Haydn’s “The Creation” oratorio, conducted by Christopher Hogwood. This English version, performed in Vienna in 1800, features Emma Kirkby, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, and Michael George. The Choir…
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Andante from Haydn’s Surprise Symphony No. 94 in G Major
Joseph Haydn’s ‘Surprise’ symphony, No. 94 in G, is a famous movement from his collection of 12 ‘London’ symphonies. These symphonies showcase the pinnacle of Haydn’s symphonic achievements, transitioning from…
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Haydn Symphony No. 88
Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) was a renowned composer of the Classical era, often referred to as the “Father of the Symphony” for his significant contributions to the development of symphonic music….
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Leopold Mozart
…time. Despite his extensive catalogue, much of Leopold’s music remains underplayed today, with the exception of his popular “Toy Symphony,” once erroneously attributed to Joseph Haydn. Leopold’s music was characterized…
