Franz Joseph Haydn

Franz Joseph Haydn (31 March 1732 – 31 May 1809) was an Austrian composer active during the Classical period. He played a key role in shaping several musical forms, particularly chamber music, and is often referred to as the "Father of the Symphony" and the "Father of the String Quartet" due to his significant contributions to these genres. Haydn was born into a modest family in a rural village. He began his musical education as a choirboy at St.