“Never was I so devout as when I composed The Creation. I knelt down each day to pray to God to give me strength for my work....When I was working on The Creation I felt so impregnated with Divine certainty, that before sitting down to the piano, I would quietly and confidently pray to God to grant me the talent that was needed to praise Him worthily.”
Quote by Joseph Haydn
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Joseph Haydn
Joseph Haydn, born on March 31, 1732, and died on May 31, 1809, was a prominent composer of the Classical period. Known as the 'Father of the Symphony,' Haydn's contributions to the symphony, string quartet, and piano sonata have had a profound impact on music history. His compositions, which include over 100 symphonies, such as the 'Surprise Symphony' and 'Farewell Symphony,' have left a lasting legacy. more
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