Konzert für Klavier und Orchester D-Dur, Hob. XVIII:11

Joseph Haydn's Piano Concerto in D Major, Hob. XVIII:11 is one of the composer's most significant works in the realm of piano concertos. Composed around 1784, the piece reflects the transition from the harpsichord to the then-emerging fortepiano. Haydn skillfully combines virtuosic passages for the solo instrument with delicate, chamber-like orchestral interplay.

The concerto is structured in three movements: The lively Vivace opens with a bright, festive character, in which the piano engages in a dynamic dialogue with the orchestra. The second movement, Un poco Adagio, features elegant, lyrical melodies, allowing the soloist to explore subtle, expressive playing. The final movement, Rondo all’Ungarese, is inspired by Hungarian folk music and closes the concerto with an energetic, rhythmically distinct theme. This concerto highlights Haydn’s ability to merge energy, humor, and virtuosity, making it one of his most frequently performed works.