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The patronage system was a structure in which musicians and composers were supported and employed by wealthy patrons, such as nobility or aristocrats, who provided financial security in exchange for their artistic services. Mozart, despite his prodigious talent, struggled within this system as he often sought independence and the ability to compose freely, rather than being tied to a single patron. His dependence on patronage limited his financial stability and artistic freedom, leading him to seek new avenues such as public concerts and Opera to gain wider recognition and income. Ultimately, while he benefitted from some patronage, it also contributed to his financial struggles throughout his life.

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