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Leopold Mozart
…Leopold himself was a significant figure in the classical music scene of the 18th century, contributing as an accomplished violinist, a prolific composer, a music theorist, and an esteemed teacher….
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Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
…Teaching Rimsky-Korsakov’s career was marked by a prolific output of compositions, a successful stint as a conductor, and a lasting influence as a teacher. In 1873, he left active naval…
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Arnold Schoenberg
…a piano teacher. He showed an early interest in music and began violin lessons at the age of eight. However, it wasn’t until later in his adolescence that he began…
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Robert Schumann
…of Johann Gottfried Kuntzsch, a teacher at the Zwickau high school. His early exposure to music and literature, coupled with his father’s influence, ignited a deep appreciation for the arts…
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Aaron Copland
…a concert by the Polish composer-pianist Ignacy Jan Paderewski, Copland decided to become a composer. He began formal lessons in harmony, theory, and composition with Rubin Goldmark, a renowned teacher…
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Leopold Mozart – Divertimento in D Major
Leopold Mozart was a German composer, conductor, teacher, and violinist. He is known as the father and teacher of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. One of his works is the Divertimento in…
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Frédéric Chopin
…lessons with Wojciech Zywny, a professional musician. Under Zywny’s guidance, Chopin soon surpassed his teacher’s skills, developing a unique approach to the piano. By the time he was eight, he…
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Edvard Grieg
…origin, Grieg’s life was replete with music from his early years, thanks to his mother, a revered music teacher. His journey from a student in the Leipzig Conservatory to becoming…
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Leroy Anderson
…teacher. Anderson’s musical versatility was evident even during his college years. He played the trombone, organ, and double bass, and also directed the Harvard University Band. His unique and creative…
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Anton Bruckner
…siblings in a humble family. His father, Anton Bruckner Sr., was a schoolteacher and amateur musician who introduced young Anton to music. At a young age, Bruckner displayed exceptional musical…
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Ralph Vaughan Williams
…influenced by the works of German composers such as Wagner and Brahms. Early Career After completing his studies, Vaughan Williams worked as a church organist and music teacher while also…
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Muzio Clementi
…teacher and composer. Career as a Performer Clementi quickly gained recognition as a virtuoso pianist in London. His performances, marked by astonishing technical prowess and expressive interpretations, captivated audiences and…