Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) was an Austrian composer, widely regarded as the "Father of the Symphony" and "Father of the String Quartet."
A central figure of the Classical era, he shaped musical form and style with innovation, wit, and expressive clarity. Haydn spent much of his career as court composer for the wealthy Esterházy family, producing operas, chamber works, and orchestral masterpieces. His influence deeply inspired Mozart and Beethoven, securing his legacy as one of Classical music's great pioneers.
Colorful illustrations plus photographs of meaningful sites and settings connect readers to important points in Schubert's history. A timeline and "B Sharp" sidebars add details to the composer's life story.
| ISBN: | 9781967893072 |
| Publication date: | 1st August 2026 |
| Author: | Joanne Mattern |
| Illustrator: | Marilena Perilli |
| Publisher: | Red Chair Press Books for Young Readers an imprint of Red Chair Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 32 pages |
| Series: | Classical Composers |
| Genres: |
Music History People / Places Children’s / Teenage general interest: Biography and autobiography |
Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) was an Austrian composer, widely regarded as the "Father of the Symphony" and "Father of the String Quartet." A central figure of the Classical era, he shaped musical form and style with innovation, wit, and expressive clarity. Haydn spent much of his career as court composer for the wealthy Esterházy family, producing operas, chamber works, and orchestral masterpieces.
Franz Joseph Haydn features in the following genres: Music, History, People / Places, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Biography and autobiography
Paperback. £8.09, down from the £8.99 cover price. Pre-order. 1st August 2026.
Franz Joseph Haydn was written by Joanne Mattern and published by Red Chair Press Books for Young Readers an imprint of Red Chair Press
Franz Joseph Haydn has 32 pages
Yes it is part of Classical Composers series
£8.09, reduced from £8.99. Pre-order. 1st August 2026.