Joseph Haydn
/ˌdʒəʊzəf ˈhaɪdn/, /ˌdʒəʊsəf ˈhaɪdn/
/ˌdʒəʊzəf ˈhaɪdn/, /ˌdʒəʊsəf ˈhaɪdn/
- (1732-1809) an Austrian composer, known especially for his symphonies and choral music . His music was very popular in Britain and Haydn made two visits to England. His last 12 symphonies are called the London Symphonies because they were first performed in London.
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