Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791) was a prolific Austrian composer of the Classical era, widely regarded as one of the greatest musical geniuses in history.
Born in Salzburg, he was a child prodigy who began composing at age five and spent much of his youth performing for European royalty.
Mozart composed over 600 works.
He died on December 5, 1791, at approximately 12:55 am. He was 35 years old at the time of his death.
His most famous and influential pieces include:
Operas:
1. The Marriage of Figaro (Le nozze di Figaro)
2. Don Giovanni
3. The Magic Flute (Die Zauberflöte)
4. Così fan tutte
Symphonies:
1. Symphony No. 40 in G Minor
2. Symphony No. 41 ("Jupiter")
3. Symphony No. 25 in G Minor
Choral & Sacred Works:
1. Requiem in D Minor
2. Ave verum corpus
Chamber & Orchestral Music:
1. Eine kleine Nachtmusik (Serenade No. 13)
2. Clarinet Concerto in A Major
3. Piano Concerto No. 21 in C Major
4. Piano Sonata No. 11 "Turkish March" (Rondo alla turca)
1. Clarity and Balance
2. Musical Forms
3. Articulation and Touch
4. Contextual Learning
5. Analytical Listening