Duet in D Major, Hob.VI:D1 for violin and cello by Franz Joseph Haydn
Published by International
Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) was one of the greatest composers of Western classical music. A ceaseless innovator, he led the transition from the Baroque into the Classical period, refining and inventing many forms and genres and influencing countless composers, notably Mozart and Beethoven, whom he mentored. He became chiefly renowned for his humor, spontaneity, and inventive motivic development. He is known as the “father of the symphony” and the “father of the string quartet.”
Haydn likely wrote his violin and cello Duet in D Major, Hob. VI:D1 during his time as a court musician to Prince Esterhazy. It is a leisurely work that nevertheless challenges the amateur player. Contains two performance parts. Advanced level, Grade 5.
