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Frédéric Chopin is often regarded as the most successful freelance composer of the classical era. He achieved significant acclaim while living in Paris, where he composed, performed, and taught without being tied to a court or institution. His unique style and innovative compositions garnered a dedicated following, allowing him to thrive independently. Chopin's success as a freelance musician helped redefine the role of composers in the 19th century.
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In the eighteenth century, a Kapellmeister was the head musician or conductor at a royal court or church, responsible for overseeing musical performances and composing music for various occasions. This position required a high level of musical skill and leadership, as the Kapellmeister managed the ensemble, coordinated rehearsals, and often composed original works. The role was crucial in shaping the musical culture of the time, influencing both sacred and secular music. Prominent Kapellmeisters included figures like Johann Sebastian Bach and Antonio Vivaldi.
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In 1710, Handel held the position of Kapellmeister (music director) at the court of Hanover.
A court in the eighteenth century was not called a librettist; a librettist is typically someone who writes the text or script for an opera or other musical work. In the eighteenth century, a court usually referred to the residence of a monarch or noble where the ruler would hold court or meet with advisors, officials, and guests.
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A court musician is a musician that composes music for only 1 person(or family), like Beethoven lived with a royal family and he was treated basically like a servant, but was paid to compose music for every special occasion the family had.
he was instructed by his father who was Leopold Mozart, who was deputy Kapellmeister to the court orchestra of the Archbishop of Salzburg when he was very young.
Salzburg, Austria
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