Haydn's Cello Concerto No. 1 in C major was discovered in 1961 at the National Museum of Prague, identified by a catalog in the composer's own handwriting.
Critical Reception
For a long time, the Cello Concerto No. 2 was mistakenly attributed to Antonin Kraft, the cellist for whom it was written, until Haydn's signed score was found in 1951.
Recording & Production
This recording was made at the Théâtre Auditorium in Poitiers, which is known for having one of the best acoustics in Europe.
Composition History
Only two of the six cello concertos composed by Joseph Haydn, a prominent Classical composer, have survived to the present day.
Composition History
The Cello Concerto No. 1 was likely dedicated to Joseph Weigl, a cellist Haydn recruited to Prince Esterhazy's orchestra in 1761.
Composition History
The Cello Concerto No. 2 in D major was written in 1783 for Antonin Kraft, a virtuoso cellist in Haydn's orchestra, for whom Beethoven also composed.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Haydn described his time leading the Esterhazy orchestra as a period of freedom, where he could experiment, correct, add, and cut without doubt.
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