Franz Schmidt
Austrian cellist and composer of 'The Book with Seven Seals'
Born
December 22nd, 1874
150 years ago
Died
1939
86 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Austria
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Born in 1874, a cellist, pianist, and composer contributed to the classical music scene in Austria. Studied at the Vienna Conservatory, mastered cello performance, and held positions in the Vienna Philharmonic. Later, became a professor of composition and theory at the Vienna Academy of Music. Composed symphonies and operas, with 'The Book with Seven Seals' gaining significant recognition. Influenced many musicians through teaching and conducting.
Composed the opera 'The Book with Seven Seals'
Served as principal cellist of the Vienna Philharmonic
Taught at the Vienna Academy of Music
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