What is Joseph Haydn's full name?
Franz Joseph Haydn
Joseph Haydn nickname(s):
Father of the Symphony, Father of the String Quartet
Joseph Haydn date of birth:
March 31, 1732
How old was Joseph Haydn when died?
77
Where was Joseph Haydn born?
Rohrau, Austria
When did Joseph Haydn die?
May 31, 1809
What is Joseph Haydn nationality?
Austrian
What is Joseph Haydn's occupation?
Composer
Who is Joseph Haydn's father?
Mathias Haydn (father)
Who is Joseph Haydn's mother?
Maria Koller (mother)
Joseph Haydn brother(s):
Michael Haydn (brother) (composer), Johann Evangelist Haydn (brother) (tenor)
Short Biography
(Franz) Joseph Haydn (/ˈdʒoʊzəf ˈhaɪdən/; 31 March 1732 – 31 May 1809) was a prominent and prolific Austrian composer of the Classical period. He was instrumental in the development of chamber music such as the piano trio and his contributions to musical form have earned him the epithets "Father of the Symphony" and "Father of the String Quartet".