The last years of his life (1803–1809) were spent in a state of debility, unable to compose due to poor health. He died in Vienna in 1809 at the age of 77. Haydn was a friend and mentor of …

Dec 18, 2025 · Joseph Haydn, Austrian composer who was one of the most important figures in the development of the Classical style in music during the 18th century. He helped establish …

Haydn’s position in the home of such an esteemed composer led to a distinguished career: he became music director for Count Morzin for four years, composed his first symphonies, and …

Nov 14, 2023 · Haydn spent most of his career around Vienna, where he pioneered the symphony and string quartet format, which became standard forms of Classical music. Haydn enjoyed a …

Oct 22, 2025 · Read on for an introduction to the great composer Joseph Haydn, known (among other things) for his huge and endlessly rewarding catalogue of symphonies and string quartets.

Haydn spent almost thirty years working for the family. The Esterházys kept Haydn very busy: he wrote music, which he played both for and with his patrons, ran the orchestra, and staged operas.

The Haydn Society of North America (HSNA) is dedicated to the study, appreciation, and celebration of the life and works of Joseph Haydn (1732–1809), one of the most influential …