Haydn

David Hurwitz acquaints readers with Haydn� s innovative melodic creativity, his revolutionary use of musical form, and important characteristics of his personal style, including his genius for writing in minor keys and creating comedy in his music.

In addition to Haydn� s principal instrumental works, Hurwitz explores Haydn� s vocal music and instrumental masterpieces that fall outside the mainstream.

Four appendixes list all of his symphonies, string quartets, piano sonatas, and piano trios.

Includes two music CDs