Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (Jan 27, 1756 – Dec 5, 1791) was a prodigious and influential composer of the Classical era, whose genius for melody, harmonic and structural innovation, and dramatic timing is virtually unmatched in Western music history. Born in Salzburg, Austria, Mozart showed prodigious ability from his earliest childhood, already competent on keyboard and violin, and composing music from the tender age of five. Educated by his father, Leopold Mozart, who was himself a minor composer and an experienced teacher, Wolfgang embarked on a series of European tours as a child prodigy. These formative years were important, allowing him to meet a wide range of musicians and experience the rich musical tapestry of Europe.

Mozart's oeuvre encompasses every genre of the period, including symphonies, operas, solo concertos, chamber music, and choral music. He is regarded by many as the greatest composer in Western musical history, with a mastery that spoke directly to the heart and mind, seamlessly blending technical skill with expressive depth. Some of his most acclaimed works include the operas "The Magic Flute," "Don Giovanni," and "The Marriage of Figaro," his Requiem, and the symphonies No. 40 and No. 41 (Jupiter). Despite his profound impact on classical music and an astonishing work rate—over 600 compositions in his short life—Mozart struggled financially and was often fraught with professional uncertainties. His death at the young age of 35 contributed to the mythos of the tortured genius, but more than anything, his sublime music has endured, reaching and moving audiences centuries beyond his lifetime.

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Classical

Classical Era

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