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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