Joseph Haydn spent most of his life as a House Officer for the fabulously wealthy Esterházy family, tailoring his works and activities to the desires of the prince he served. Late in his life, and after the death of Prince Nikolaus Esterházy, Haydn made two trips to London. These exposed him to a vigorous public concert culture, for which he composed his “London” Symphonies. In addition, he wrote symphonies for public performance in Paris and published chamber music purchased and played by middle-class amateur musicians throughout Europe. This seminar will explore the relationships between Haydn’s works and his patrons, audiences, and players in the Esterházy palaces, Paris, London, and Vienna. We will listen to works in a variety of genres, from symphonies, string quartets, piano trios and piano sonatas to operas and oratorios.

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Joseph Haydn: From Court to City

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