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Composer of the Week Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) Episodes

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  1. Heart and soul

    5/5 Donald Macleod assesses the roles of a confidante and a musician's widow in Haydn's life.

  2. Coffee and hot chocolates

    4/5 Donald Macleod appraises Haydn's close links with Mozart and his trickier pupil Beethoven.

  3. Sibling rivalries

    3/5 Donald Macleod takes a closer look at Haydn's family ties, including his brother Michael.

  4. A cloud and a silver lining

    2/5 Donald Macleod explains how a lucky break transformed Haydn's prospects.

  5. Disappointment and solace

    1/5 Donald Macleod compares and contrasts two of Haydn's closest relationships.