Mozart's Life Timeline
Follow the chronological journey through Mozart's remarkable life, from his first compositions as a child prodigy to his final masterworks. Click on events to learn more.
Birth of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
📍 Salzburg
Born in Salzburg as Johannes Chrysostomus Wolfgangus Theophilus Mozart, the seventh child of Leopold Mozart and Anna Maria Pertl.
First Compositions
📍 Salzburg
At age 5-6, Mozart composes his first pieces - simple minuets and other keyboard works.
First Concert Tour
📍 Munich, Vienna
Leopold takes Wolfgang and Nannerl to Munich and Vienna. The children perform for Empress Maria Theresa.
Grand Tour of Europe Begins
📍 Various
The Mozart family embarks on a 3.5-year tour of Europe, visiting major courts and cities.
First Published Works
📍 Paris
Mozart's first violin sonatas (K. 6–9) are composed and published in Paris.
London Period
📍 London
Extended stay in London where Mozart composes his first symphony and meets Johann Christian Bach.
First Symphony
📍 London
At age 8, Mozart composes his first symphony (K. 16) in London.
Return to Salzburg
📍 Salzburg
The Mozart family returns to Salzburg after the successful Grand Tour of Europe.
Italian Tours
📍 Italy
Mozart makes three trips to Italy with his father, studying Italian opera and receiving commissions.
Mitridate Success
📍 Milan
Mozart's opera seria 'Mitridate, re di Ponto' premieres successfully in Milan.
Salzburg Court Employment
📍 Salzburg
Mozart returns to Salzburg and takes employment at the Archbishop's court.
Symphony No. 25 'Little G minor'
📍 Salzburg
Mozart composes his first symphony in a minor key, showing new dramatic intensity.
Five Violin Concertos
📍 Salzburg
Mozart composes all five of his violin concertos in a single year.
Paris Journey with Mother
📍 Munich, Augsburg, Mannheim
Mozart leaves Salzburg with his mother, seeking better employment opportunities.
Death of Maria Anna Mozart
📍 Paris
Mozart's mother dies in Paris, leaving him devastated and alone in a foreign city.
Paris Symphony
📍 Paris
Mozart composes Symphony No. 31 for the Paris audiences, showing his mature style.
Reluctant Return to Salzburg
📍 Salzburg
Mozart returns to Salzburg and reluctantly accepts a position at the Archbishop's court.
Idomeneo Premiere
📍 Munich
Mozart's opera seria 'Idomeneo' premieres in Munich to great acclaim.
Break with Archbishop Colloredo
📍 Vienna
Mozart dramatically breaks with his employer and decides to freelance in Vienna.
Marriage to Constanze Weber
📍 Vienna
Mozart marries Constanze Weber against his father's wishes.
Haffner Symphony
📍 Vienna
Mozart composes Symphony No. 35 for the Haffner family celebrations.
Haydn Quartets
📍 Vienna
Mozart composes six string quartets dedicated to Joseph Haydn, showing deep musical friendship.
Piano Concertos Peak Period
📍 Vienna
Mozart composes 12 piano concertos in three years, including his greatest works in the form.
The Marriage of Figaro Premiere
📍 Vienna
Mozart's opera buffa 'Le nozze di Figaro' premieres in Vienna with libretto by Da Ponte.
Death of Leopold Mozart
📍 Salzburg
Mozart's father Leopold dies in Salzburg, ending their complex relationship.
Don Giovanni Premiere
📍 Prague
Mozart's masterpiece 'Don Giovanni' premieres in Prague to tremendous acclaim.
Final Three Symphonies
📍 Vienna
In just six weeks, Mozart composes his last three symphonies - his greatest achievements in the form.
Imperial Court Appointment
📍 Vienna
Emperor Joseph II appoints Mozart as Imperial Chamber Composer, though with modest duties and pay.
Così fan tutte Premiere
📍 Vienna
The final Da Ponte collaboration premieres in Vienna.
The Magic Flute Premiere
📍 Vienna
Mozart's final opera 'Die Zauberflöte' premieres and becomes immediately popular.
Anonymous Requiem Commission
📍 Vienna
Mozart receives a mysterious commission for a Requiem Mass.
Death of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
📍 Vienna
Mozart dies in Vienna at age 35, leaving the Requiem unfinished. He is buried in an unmarked grave.