Synonyms:
Haydn, Joseph_Haydn, Franz_Joseph_Haydn
Meaning: prolific Austrian composer who influenced the classical form of the symphony (1732-1809)
Usage examples
Dr. Riemann writes of him, "From Bach he inherited the depth, from Haydn, the humor, from Mozart, the charm, from Beethoven, the strength, from Schubert, the intimateness of his art.
With Mozart, whose life-work began after, but ended before that of Haydn, influencing and being influenced by the latter, the symphony broadened in scope and grew richer in warmth of melodious expression, definiteness of plan and completeness of form.