German for "total art work"
It is a movement supporting the fusion of music and drama, achieved through the perfect union of text, music and stagecraft
Essentially, it means that he paid equal amount of attention of all parts of the production, so not one part was overlooked.
Music Dramas
Richard Wagner's philosophy centered around the idea of Gesamtkunstwerk, or "total work of art," which emphasized the integration of music, drama, and visual arts to create a unified artistic experience. He believed that art should serve a higher purpose, often intertwining with themes of mythology, spirituality, and national identity. Wagner also explored concepts of individualism and the transformative power of art, advocating for its ability to elevate society and inspire profound emotional responses. His ideas significantly influenced later artistic movements and discussions around the role of art in culture.
Richard Wagner
His actual name is: Wilhelm Richard Wagner
The "Wagner" tuba.
"Gesamtkunstwerk" means "total work of art" in German. Wagner's philosophy aimed to integrate all aspects of art - music, drama, set design, and more - into a unified theatrical experience. He believed that this fusion would create a more powerful and immersive emotional impact on the audience.
Wagner's operas are called "music drama" or "Gesamtkunstwerk" in German because of synthesis of different kinds of arts in it. Wagner used this term in 1849 in the meaning of an operatic performance encompassing music, theater, and the visual arts.
Music Dramas
Richard Wagner
Wilhelm Richard Wagner.
Composer Richard Wagner is credited with envisioning operas as total works of art that combine music, drama, and visual elements to create a unified theatrical experience. His concept of "Gesamtkunstwerk" influenced the development of opera in the 19th and 20th centuries.
His actual name is: Wilhelm Richard Wagner
As far as I know Richard Wagner graduated in 1962
Richard Wagner was born on May 22, 1813.
His actual name is: Wilhelm Richard Wagner
Richard Wagner is buried in the garden of his villa, Wahnfried.
The "Wagner" tuba.