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Nikola Starcevic was a Serbian composer of classical music who lived from 1853 to 1920. He was born in the town of Sremska Mitrovica, which was then part of the Austrian Empire. His father was a musician who played the violin and the trumpet, and Nikola showed an early interest in music. He began studying the violin at the age of six, and later learned to play the piano and the organ. Starcevic's musical education began at the Vienna Conservatory, where he studied composition with Franz Krenn and piano with Anton Door. He later studied with the famous composer Franz Liszt in Weimar, Germany. Liszt was impressed with Starcevic's talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. After completing his studies, Starcevic returned to Serbia and began working as a music teacher and composer. He wrote music for the theater, including operas, ballets, and incidental music for plays. He also composed orchestral works, chamber music, and songs. One of Starcevic's most famous works is his opera "Marko Kraljevic," which premiered in 1895. The opera tells the story of a legendary Serbian hero and features music that is influenced by Serbian folk music. The opera was a great success and helped to establish Starcevic as one of Serbia's leading composers. Another notable work by Starcevic is his "Symphony in D minor," which was composed in 1899. The symphony is a four-movement work that showcases Starcevic's skill as an orchestrator. The music is dramatic and emotional, with a strong sense of melody and harmony. In addition to his work as a composer, Starcevic was also a respected music educator. He taught at the Belgrade Music School and was instrumental in the development of music education in Serbia. He also served as the director of the Belgrade Opera and was a member of the Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts. Throughout his career, Starcevic remained committed to promoting Serbian music and culture. He incorporated elements of Serbian folk music into his compositions and was a strong advocate for the use of Serbian language in music. He believed that music was an important part of national identity and worked to promote Serbian music both at home and abroad. Nikola Starcevic died in 1920, but his legacy as a composer and educator lives on. His music continues to be performed and recorded, and his contributions to Serbian music are still celebrated today. He is remembered as one of Serbia's greatest composers and a pioneer in the development of Serbian classical music.

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