Far away from the hustle and bustle of the music world, Joseph Haydn revitalised the symphony as Kapellmeister at the Esterházy royal court, developed the string quartet into a mature art form and created numerous original works full of wit, drama and emotion. It was only towards the end of his life that the composer was to be celebrated for this elsewhere. However, he himself was certain for a long time: “My language is understood all over the world.”

This is still true today. Whether you have long loved his music or are just discovering it, our Haydn Day invites you to (re)discover the many facets of this versatile Viennese classic at various venues in and around the Konzerthaus Berlin.

"The music of Joseph Haydn is an immeasurable treasure full of surprises and discoveries. The sheer abundance of original strokes of genius and unknown preciousness is beyond imagination." - Joana Mallwitz