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Composers

Whether it be classical or contemporary, composers are the men and women behind the music. Beethoven and Mozart are among those who have left their marks on history.

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How did Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart die?

He had heart failure from rheumatic fever.

(That's one theory). At least 40 different theories have been put forth and many claim they have the evidence to back up their writing. He was poisoned, or took poison, or drank himself to death, or used opiates, or was suffocated by his wife or mistress. One of the better documented alternatives is that he ate bad pork and died of trichinosis about 6 weeks later. He wrote a letter describing his love of rare pork cutlets and said that the smell wafting through the house at that moment was too much to bear. About 42 days later he was dead.

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Mozart became ill on Sept. 20th 1791. He was able to continue professional functions for some time until the illness intensified on 20th. At this point he became bedridden with pain, swelling, and vomiting. He died 1 AM on Dec. 5th 1791. He was only 35.

There is no exact known cause for Mozart's death. The official record has it as "hitziges Frieselfieber" (severe miliary fever). This was in reference to the rash that he had that resembled 'millet seeds'. In modern medicine this would hardly be considered a sufficient identifying factor in cause of death. There has been many hypothesis in regards to the death of the great composer. The number of speculations for his death reach well into the hundreds covering everything from influenza to poisoning. The one that is the most widely accepted is that he died of acute rheumatic fever.

To answer shortly; No one knows, we can only guess.

How many does a Quartet have?

There are many kind of Quartets, but the most famous is a string Quartet, this consists of 2 violis, a viola and a cello. In a string Quartet the two violins play the soprano and alto vocal register, the viola plays the tenor register and the cello plays the bass register. String Quartets have benn famous since the late 1700's due to this time when the famous composers such ad haydn and beethovn started writing compositions.

What is Richard Wagner best known work?

Richard Wagner is best known for his monumental operas, particularly the cycle "Der Ring des Nibelungen" (The Ring of the Nibelung). This four-opera series, which includes "Das Rheingold," "Die Walküre," "Siegfried," and "Götterdämmerung," explores themes of power, love, and redemption. Wagner's innovative use of leitmotifs and orchestration significantly influenced the development of Western classical music and opera. His works remain central to the operatic repertoire and are renowned for their dramatic intensity and philosophical depth.

Does beethoven play sport?

Yes. He ranks number 1 state champion in volleyball. His team name is called "the lambs".

Beethoven suffered from what ailment?

First of all, he started going deaf when he was about 26. Though the cause is unknown, some have speculated it could be typhus, syphilis, or lead poisoning, or even his habit of sticking his head in cold water to stay awake. He did not take very good care of himself, believing that his music was more important than his health. He slept and ate very little, and had problems during some stages of his life with alcohol.

Secondly, the disease that took him was said to be lead poisoning, which was a common cause of death for composers who used lead ink in their writing.

Thirdly, he may have suffered from bipolar disorder, which would explain his ill-temper.

Where did Giacomo Puccini study at?

Giacomo Puccini originally completed his studies at Pacini School of Music in Lucca back in 1880. He later continued his studies at the Milan Conservatory.

What key was beethoven's 9th symphony written in?

Brahms symphony no. 1, composed by Dvorak, is considered Beethoven's 10th. Beethoven's 10th doesn't ACTUALLY exist. This is just what the people labeled the symphony, as it sounds like something Beethoven would have composed.

Mozarts personal glimpses?

Double click on Mozart and a pop up window with much personal information will open. (This double click feature is a great tool in this website.....spread the word!!!)

Beethoven's best works?

Among the many wonderful compositions of Beethoven, the symphony that stands out for its popular appeal ever since written is his 5th Symphony, with its frighteningly grand repetitions and overall power. By contrast, a nearly equally famous piece is his Moonlight Sonata, a piano-piece that demonstrates an exquisitely light touch, tranquil and even dreamy in character.

Did Franz Schubert have typhoid?

He got it from a prostitute whose gender is a subject to discuss,

Who wrote William tell overture?

According to Wikipedia:

"The overture to the opera William Tell, with its high-energy finale, is a very familiar work composed by Gioachino Rossini in 1829."

How old wasWolfgang Amadeus Mozart when he died?

Mozart died when he was 35 years of age. He was supposedly a child prodigy, and he fufilled the prophecy of young prodigies falling to their death young. Hope this helps...too bad for Mozart. ;)

What are the Names of the solo group and larger accompanying group in a concerto grosso?

The Ripieno is the larger of the groups. The other is Tutti

Second answer

The small group is the concertino, the larger group is the ripieno. Tutti would be all playing together.

Who wrote the song that was inspired by the battle at fort mchenry and later became the national anthem?

The song was not inspired by the battle. The song was composed by John Stafford Smith, on commission, for the Anacreontic Society in London, some time before or at 1773. It was set to a poem titled "To Anacreon in Heaven," and was the official song of that men's club. Francis Scott Key saw the assault on the fort and wrote a poem at first called "The Defense of Fort McHenry" using the existing Anacreon melody. The title later became "The Star-Spangled Banner," and of course this pairing was adopted as the National Anthem in 1931.

Who influenced Chopin?

I'm not sure who inspired Chopin for his overall compositions, but I did read in a piano book from Michael Aaron Piano Course that composer John Field (1782-1837) wrote Nocturnes that inspired Chopin for that particular style.

What were the main instruments Giacomo Puccini used?

Giacomo Puccini studied church music on an organ, which of course, can simulate all the wind and string instruments in an orchestra.

His operas often used the orchestra to set the tone for a scene, and his arias are generally extraordinary. Except for the human voice as an instrument, it's not clear that he had any other favourite.

Who is the German composer of the romantic period?

There are several.

Ludwig van Beethoven is considered the transitionary composer who bridged the Classical and Romantic periods.

Richard Wagner was a German composer who certainly developed the music of the Romantic period, with his powerful, emotive operas and instrumental music.

Richard Strauss and Johann Strauss II were also influential German composers of this era.

What is Joseph Haydn best music?

Haydn, in my opinion, was the best classical composer that ever lived (no offence, Mozart). Besides inventiong the modern string quartet and single-handedly changing the world of symphonies, he had amazing works. His 94th symphony 'The Surprise' is a must, the 2nd movement in it is absolutely wonderful. His string quartet Op 33 No. 3 'The Joke' is one of the best string quartets. His piano sonata No. 50 in C Major is also highly recommended, and so are all of his concertos, the best of which are the trumpet concerto in E-flat Major and his Piano Concerto No. 11 in D major (Both are the top of the concerti repertuar if you ask me).

When you look up a haydn recording, try to find the brightest one, for that is how haydn should be played.

Why was Tchaikovsky criticised by rimsky-korsakov?

Rimsky-Korsakov & Tchaikovsky had respect for each other. If there was any criticism, it would be off-record and never public.