Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart · 1756–1791
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Full catalogK. 439b · 1783 · Vienna
Mozart’s 5 Divertimenti in B♭ major (K. 439b), traditionally dated to Vienna in 1783, survive as a group of short wind pieces whose attribution to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791) remains doubtful.
Divertimenti & Serenades · B Flat Major
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Born January 27, 1756 at 9 Getreidegasse, Salzburg, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart emerged as history's most remarkable child prodigy, transforming into the greatest composer of the Classical era.
1756 - 1773
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born on January 27, 1756, at 9 Getreidegasse in Salzburg's old town. His father, Leopold Mozart, served as deputy Kapellmeister at the Prince-Archbishop's court and recognized Wolfgang as "the miracle which God let be born in Salzburg."
By age 4, Wolfgang was picking out harmonies on the keyboard. At 5, he composed his first piece and was competent on both keyboard and violin. Leopold organized extensive European tours from 1763-1773, during which young Mozart performed before emperors, kings, and nobility across the continent.
The family lived in the third-floor apartment at Getreidegasse until 1773. Only Wolfgang and his sister Maria Anna "Nannerl" survived infancy of the seven Mozart children, both becoming exceptional musicians under their father's dedicated guidance.
Born January 27, 1756 at 9 Getreidegasse, Salzburg. Son of Leopold Mozart, deputy Kapellmeister at the Archbishop's court, and Anna Maria Pertl Mozart.
At age 5, Mozart composes his first piece of music and demonstrates extraordinary musical abilities on keyboard and violin.
Leopold takes 7-year-old Wolfgang and sister Nannerl on extensive 3.5-year concert tour across Europe, performing for royal courts.
Family returns to Salzburg after decade of touring. Mozart serves Archbishop Colloredo as Konzertmeister.
Mozart breaks with Archbishop Colloredo and moves to Vienna to establish himself as a freelance composer and performer.
Moves to Domgasse 5, his most prestigious Vienna residence. Composes 'The Marriage of Figaro' and Haydn Quartets.
Completes 'The Magic Flute' and begins his Requiem. Dies December 5, 1791 in Vienna at age 35, leaving the Requiem unfinished.
An overview of Mozart's stage works, from early attempts to the great masterpieces.
K. 621
1791 | Caterino Mazzolà | Italian
K. 620
1791 | Emanuel Schikaneder | German
K. 588
1790 | Lorenzo da Ponte | Italian
K. 527
1787 | Lorenzo da Ponte | Italian
K. 492
1786 | Lorenzo Da Ponte | Italian
K. 384
1782 | Gottlieb Stephanie | German
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