Franz Abt
Composer and conductor of choral music
Born
December 22nd, 1819
205 years ago
Died
March 31st, 1885
140 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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A significant figure in 19th-century German music, contributed extensively to choral compositions. Composed several popular songs and choral works that gained wide acceptance. Conducted various choirs and was influential in promoting choral music during his era. His contributions to the field also included music education, and he served as a professor at the Music Conservatory in Leipzig.
Composed the popular choral piece 'Abendstern'
Contributed to the establishment of choral societies in Germany
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