Role

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Composer Conductor Performer

Country

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Austria

Birth

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January 27, 1756 in Salzburg, Austria

Death

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December 5, 1791 in Vienna, Austria

Period

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Classical

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

 

Keyboard

 

 

Opera

 

 

Orchestral

 

 

Symphony

 

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born on January 27, 1756, in Salzburg, Austria. He was the youngest of seven children born to Leopold Mozart, a composer and music teacher, and his wife Anna Maria. Both of his parents were musically talented, and they recognized their son's musical abilities at an early age. Mozart's father began teaching him music when he was just three years old. By the age of five, Mozart was already composing his own music and performing in public. He and his older sister, Maria Anna, who was also a talented musician, toured Europe together, performing for royalty and other important figures. Mozart's early compositions were mostly keyboard pieces and small chamber works. However, as he grew older, he began to write larger and more complex works, including operas, symphonies, and concertos. Some of his most famous works include the operas "The Marriage of Figaro," "Don Giovanni," and "The Magic Flute," as well as his Requiem Mass in D minor. Mozart's music was known for its beauty, complexity, and emotional depth. He was a master of melody and harmony, and his works often featured intricate counterpoint and rich orchestration. He was also a pioneer in the development of the classical style, which emphasized balance, clarity, and simplicity. Despite his musical genius, Mozart struggled financially throughout his life. He was often forced to take on commissions from wealthy patrons in order to make ends meet. He also had a difficult relationship with his father, who was often overbearing and critical of his son's work. Mozart's health began to decline in his later years, and he died on December 5, 1791, at the age of 35. The cause of his death is still a matter of debate, but it is believed that he may have died from complications related to rheumatic fever. Despite his short life, Mozart left behind a legacy of music that continues to inspire and captivate audiences to this day. His works have been performed and recorded countless times, and his influence can be heard in the music of countless composers who came after him. He remains one of the most beloved and revered figures in the history of classical music.

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