Terra Nova Collective & Michaël Pas - The Haydn Story

What if the music of Haydn doesn't just sound, but also tells stories? Het Terra Nova Collective, under the leadership of clarinetist Vlad Weverbergh, is known for rediscovering forgotten repertoire and combining historical knowledge with fresh, lively performances. In this sparkling storytelling concert, the ensemble and master storyteller Michaël Pas take you along highlighted passages from Haydn's oeuvre, interspersed with surprising and forgotten stories from his life and career. Did you know that Haydn once played a 'pause quartet' joke during one of his concerts, where he suddenly let all the musicians stop? Or that he got the nickname 'Papa Haydn' because of his care for his musicians? And that he enriched his symphonies with unexpected twists and funny effects with a lot of humor? With more than twenty musicians on stage and lively narrations, a sparkling concert unfolds in which sound and story reinforce each other. Masterful music, forgotten anecdotes, and a touch of humor together ensure a unique experience.