The evolution of the string quartet.

Join the Australian Haydn Ensemble (AHE) for the first in an exciting new series of interactive lecture recitals, designed to deepen your connection with our mainstage touring programs.

Experience Haydn’s wit, innovation, and enduring legacy as we uncover the story of the Father of the String Quartet.

Presented by much-loved ABC broadcaster Genevieve Lang and the renowned AHE Quartet, this captivating event takes you on a journey through Haydn’s transformation of the string quartet—from its charming beginnings to the masterpieces that redefined chamber music.

Featuring live performances of excerpts from a range of Haydn’s works spanning his Op. 1 up to Op. 77, this hour-long program offers a rare opportunity to explore how Haydn’s compositional style evolved over time, as he became the acknowledged master of the form and the Father of the String Quartet.

Join like-minded music lovers for a relaxed and informative event in the glorious surrounds of the Friends Room in the State Library of New South Wales.