Schubert's Biography

Author: Christopher H. Gibbs
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Publish Date: 2002-05-01
Features: Among those attending Beethoven's funeral, perhaps only one person knew who was Beethoven's successor, who could share the crown of the era with Beethoven—that was Schubert himself. If Schubert's contemporaries marveled at his creative talent, then how should we, those who come later, marvel as we continue to discover his new works—thirty years after his passing, yet he seems to be continuing his invisible creation—his pace is beyond our reach. Franz Schubert was born in Vienna—one of the cities rich in musical talent. At that time, Vienna revered Beethoven, loved Rossini, and cheered for Paganini. With the help of his friends who were equally passionate about art, Schubert gained fame through songs and dances. Meanwhile, he also hoped to establish his achievements through grander operas and symphonies. This book focuses on: How Schubert achieved a balance between the popular and the grand.