Carl Friedrich Zelter

German composer and conductor

Carl Friedrich Zelter - German composer and conductor
Born

December 11th, 1758
266 years ago

Died

1832
193 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Germany

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A composer and conductor, contributions to music include leadership of the Sing-Akademie zu Berlin. Educated numerous musicians, influencing the musical life of Germany during the early 19th century. Composed operas, choral works, and chamber music. Maintained a friendship with Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, setting several of Goethe's texts to music.

Conducted the Sing-Akademie zu Berlin

Composed the opera 'Der freiebottom'

Set texts of Goethe to music

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