Overview

Course No. 751

Explore the unqualified musical success of Franz Joseph Haydn with an esteemed music historian. The music of Haydn exemplifies the Classical style and has been widely imitated since its creation. In these 8 rich lectures, you will uncover Haydn’s originality and influence, learning how he blended popular entertainment with aesthetic theory. Each lecture examines a key work, shedding light on Haydn’s achievements and the cultural contexts that inspired them.

Video Lectures

1. Introduction and Early Life
   • Discusses Haydn’s formative years and the beginnings of his musical career.
   • Duration: 49 min

2. The Lean Years and the Pre-Classical Style
   • Explores Haydn’s early struggles and the musical influences around him.
   • Duration: 45 min

• Haydn’s Marriage and Esterhaza
  • Analyzes Haydn’s personal and professional life at the Esterhazy court.
  • Duration: 45 min

4. Esterhaza Continued
   • Focuses on Haydn’s growth as a composer during his time at the Esterhazy court.
   • Duration: 45 min

5. The Classical String Quartet and the Classical Symphony
   • Examines Haydn’s defining contributions to the string quartet and symphony.
   • Duration: 46 min

• London
  • Discusses Haydn’s experiences and achievements during his time in London.
  • Duration: 43 min

• Beethoven, London Again, and Breakthrough
  • Reflects on Haydn’s relationships with Beethoven and his continued success.
  • Duration: 45 min

• The Creation, The Seasons, and the End
  • Concludes with Haydn’s later works and his lasting legacy upon his passing.
  • Duration: 47 min