Echoes & Originals: Haydn Meets Rezzuto

This evening’s performance at Librería Byron offers a rare opportunity to experience the artistry of pianist, composer, and Haydn specialist Juan Rezzuto, whose deep connection to the music of Joseph Haydn has become a defining feature of his career. Alongside Haydn’s sonatas, Rezzuto will present original compositions, bridging the past and present in a dialogue that reflects his dual identity as both interpreter and creator.

The Haydn Connection

Juan Rezzuto’s exploration of Haydn’s works is rooted in a profound understanding of the composer’s artistic language. Having recorded five Haydn concertos with his own cadenzas, Rezzuto demonstrates a meticulous yet imaginative approach to this Classical master’s oeuvre. Tonight’s selected sonatas showcase Haydn’s boundless innovation, wit, and emotional depth, offering listeners a glimpse into the composer’s genius through Rezzuto’s insightful and stylistically informed interpretations.

Original Creations

As a composer, Rezzuto’s work embodies a unique synthesis of influences, from the elegance of the Classical tradition to the dynamic expressiveness of contemporary forms. His original pieces presented tonight stand as a testament to his ability to craft music that resonates with the same timeless vitality as the works of the great masters. These compositions, rooted in a central thematic “seed,” reflect his ongoing fascination with musical cohesiveness and his belief in opera and instrumental music as enduringly relevant art forms.

A Dual Vision

This concert is more than a performance—it is a conversation across centuries. By juxtaposing Haydn’s masterpieces with his own compositions, Rezzuto invites the audience to experience the continuity of musical ideas, where tradition inspires modern creation, and modernity sheds new light on the past.

Whether you are a devoted admirer of Haydn, an enthusiast of contemporary piano music, or both, tonight’s programme offers a journey into the timeless and the innovative, guided by an artist whose dedication to his craft continues to inspire audiences worldwide.