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Franz Weber was a classical music composer born on August 4, 1879, in Vienna, Austria. He was the son of a music teacher and grew up in a musical family. His father recognized his talent for music at an early age and began teaching him piano and composition. Weber's musical education continued at the Vienna Conservatory, where he studied under some of the most prominent composers of the time, including Gustav Mahler and Anton Bruckner. Weber's early compositions were heavily influenced by the Romantic era, with lush harmonies and sweeping melodies. His first major work, the Symphony in C minor, was completed in 1902 and premiered to critical acclaim. The piece showcased Weber's skill as a composer and established him as a rising star in the classical music world. Over the next few years, Weber continued to compose prolifically, producing a number of works for orchestra, chamber ensembles, and solo instruments. His music was characterized by its emotional intensity and technical virtuosity, and he quickly gained a reputation as one of the most talented composers of his generation. In 1907, Weber was appointed as a professor of composition at the Vienna Conservatory, where he taught for the next 20 years. During this time, he continued to compose and his music began to evolve, incorporating elements of modernism and atonality. His later works, such as the String Quartet No. 2 and the Piano Sonata No. 3, were more experimental and challenging than his earlier pieces, reflecting the changing musical landscape of the early 20th century. Despite his success as a composer and teacher, Weber's personal life was marked by tragedy. His wife died in 1918, leaving him to raise their two young children alone. He also suffered from health problems throughout his life, including a heart condition that eventually led to his death in 1945. Despite these challenges, Weber continued to compose until the end of his life, leaving behind a rich legacy of music that continues to be performed and admired today. Some of his most notable works include the Symphony in C minor, the String Quartet No. 2, and the Piano Sonata No. 3. His music is characterized by its emotional depth, technical brilliance, and innovative use of harmony and form, making him one of the most important composers of the early 20th century.

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