# Joseph Haydn, cello excerpts

2 annotated excerpts; 2 on audition lists.

Classical

- [Haydn: Cello Concerto in C, I, opening solo](https://arcosounds.com/repertoire/cello/haydn-c-i), Bright, optimistic classical opening, every cellist learns this concerto. Advanced; Classical; Tenor clef. Standard audition excerpt.
- [Haydn: Cello Concerto in D, I, opening solo](https://arcosounds.com/repertoire/cello/haydn-d-i), The other Haydn concerto. Elegant, lyrical, and a staple of every audition list. Advanced; Classical; Tenor clef. Standard audition excerpt.

Canonical source: https://arcosounds.com/repertoire/cello/composer/haydn