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Franz Schubert

Franz Schubert was a prolific and influential composer in the early 19th century. Even though his voluminous catalog of compositions were largely ignored during his own lifetime, they are now regarded as essential and defining pieces of music from the Romantic era. Please post any questions concerning Schubert's life and influence here.

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What type of composer was Schubert?

Early-romantic; he represented the transition from classical to romantic music. He revolutionized and popularized the art-song, or lieder, and the tone poem.

What are the D catalog numbers of Schubert Quartets?

Otto Erich Deutsch catalogued Schubert's works. The D along side numbered Schubert works references Deutsch's efforts.