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“I tell you before God, and as an honest man, your son (W A Mozart)is the greatest composer known to me by person and repute, he has taste and what is more the greatest skill in composition.”

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Joseph Haydn
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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